Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Roxie Garrett

Dickinson

Summary

Highly qualified RN with broad experience in critical care, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams. Past work highlights include implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced readmission rates.

Compassionate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient care and positive outcomes.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

Home Care Dimensions
Austin
04.2018 - 09.2022
  • Provided individualized patient care in home settings, ensuring comprehensive assessment of physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.

RN

Interim Home Health Care
Austin
03.2008 - 04.2018
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.

Communicated with physician significant findings, problems &. Hanged

RN - inpatient / outpatient

University of Trxas Medical Branch
Galveston
11.1980 - 04.2004
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.

Director of Services

Home Health Home care
Galveston
07.1977 - 10.1980
  • Organized promotional events designed to educate customers about new or existing services provided by the company.
  • Monitored performance of team members to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to service provision.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement in service delivery.

RN

Hill Country Home Health
Austin
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

University of Texas
Galveston, TX
07.1995 - 05.1989

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Trxas
Galveston, TX
05.1986 - 05.1989

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galveston College
Galveston, TX
05.1971 - 05.1973

University of Texas
TX

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Infection control
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient education
  • Case management
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support
  • Collaboration skills

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • RN license

Accomplishments

  • Developed Hospice are for Home Health
  • Implemented/ initiated program of Admissions coordinator
  • Developed critical paths for Oncology patient
  • Implemented orientation program for staff oncology nurses
  • Study coordinator for Southwest Oncology Group
  • Assisted in developing Clinical Trials Facility for Division of Gyn Oncology

Affiliations

  • Volunteers at church

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN

Home Care Dimensions
04.2018 - 09.2022

RN

Interim Home Health Care
03.2008 - 04.2018

Master of Science - Nursing Education

University of Texas
07.1995 - 05.1989

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Trxas
05.1986 - 05.1989

RN - inpatient / outpatient

University of Trxas Medical Branch
11.1980 - 04.2004

Director of Services

Home Health Home care
07.1977 - 10.1980

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galveston College
05.1971 - 05.1973

RN

Hill Country Home Health

University of Texas