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RUBY ALLEN

HUNGERFORD

Summary

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

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

HCA Houston Healthcare West
08.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
  • Advocated for the specific needs of individual patients within an interdisciplinary team setting, optimizing treatment plans based on unique circumstances.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Home Health Registered Nurse

Modesty Home Health
10.2017 - Current
  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
  • Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and addressing potential complications early on.
  • Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressing changes and administering medications at appropriate intervals.
  • Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when evaluating complex situations in order to make informed decisions regarding patient safety.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Amy Woodruff Cardiologist
12.2020 - 05.2022
  • Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decision making.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate telephone triage services.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, ensuring continuity of care across multiple healthcare providers.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
  • Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration and symptoms indicating emergency care.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.

LVN Charge Nurse

Arden Heights Transitional Care Center
07.2013 - 12.2019
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
  • Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
  • Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively by prioritizing needs, delegating tasks appropriately, and collaborating with healthcare professionals.
  • Bolstered patient safety through consistent implementation of fall prevention measures such as bed alarms, hourly rounding, and mobility assistance.
  • Reduced medication errors by closely supervising LVNs during medication administration and ensuring adherence to protocols.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.

Education

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
04.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ideal Professional Institute
Miami, FL
12.2017

No Degree - Vocational Nursing

Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX
08.2012

No Degree - Medication Aide

Alpha Medical Institute
Houston, TX
11.2004

No Degree - Certified Nurse Aide

Texas School of Health
Houston, TX
10.2004

High School Diploma -

Boling High School
Boling, TX
05.1985

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Care Planning, Physical assessments, Patient Evaluation
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment, Professional Bedside Manner
  • Infection control measures
  • Lab result interpretation
  • EMR Systems
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Diabetes management
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Removing sutures

Certification

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified

License State Board of Nursing

Timeline

Registered Nurse

HCA Houston Healthcare West
08.2022 - Current

Telephone Triage Registered Nurse

Amy Woodruff Cardiologist
12.2020 - 05.2022

Home Health Registered Nurse

Modesty Home Health
10.2017 - Current

LVN Charge Nurse

Arden Heights Transitional Care Center
07.2013 - 12.2019

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ideal Professional Institute

No Degree - Vocational Nursing

Lamar State College - Port Arthur

No Degree - Medication Aide

Alpha Medical Institute

No Degree - Certified Nurse Aide

Texas School of Health

High School Diploma -

Boling High School
RUBY ALLEN