Rosemary Donahue
Burnet,Texas
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Georgetown Hospital, demonstrating exceptional clinical judgment and direct patient care. Excelled in medication administration and fostering patient and family education, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and care outcomes. Skilled in mentoring staff and streamlining processes, contributing to improved efficiency and reduced medication errors.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Caring Hands, Inc-Founder, Owner (sold Business)
04.2002 - 10.2024
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Developed professional relationships with community partners to enhance available support services for patients transitioning from acute care settings.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Registered Nurse
Multiple Networks
06.1989 - 05.2002
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Georgetown Hospital
02.1986 - 06.1989
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively assigning staff to appropriate patient ratios according to acuity levels.
- Facilitated timely discharges by closely monitoring patients'' progress and coordinating with physicians for prompt order execution.
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to optimize patient care delivery on the surgical floor.
- Developed strategies for efficient pre-operative preparation, resulting in reduced wait times for patients undergoing surgery.
- Implemented patient-centered care initiatives, fostering positive relationships with patients and their families during the hospitalization process on the surgical floor.
- Reduced medication errors by streamlining medication administration processes and providing staff training.
- Mentored new nurses, facilitating smooth transition into their roles while fostering teamwork and professional growth.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX12-1985
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Postoperative care
- Patient education and counseling
- Health promotion
- Physical assessments
- Hospice and palliative care
- Family education
Accomplishments
Orthopedic certification
Bone Densitometry Certification
Organized 9News Health Fairs
Medical guardian for Northern Colorado Honor Flights
Chosen for a medical trip to Honduras to assist Urologists and Orthopedic surgeons.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)- Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation.
- Orthopedic Certification
- Administration Certification required to start a Home Health Agency
- Bone Densitometry Certification
- OSHA Compliant clinic staff
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Caring Hands, Inc-Founder, Owner (sold Business)
04.2002 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Multiple Networks
06.1989 - 05.2002
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Georgetown Hospital
02.1986 - 06.1989
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Texas College
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