Scott Savanapridi
Wake Forest,NC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Wound Care Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Hillside Nursing Center, adept in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education. Leveraged advanced wound care techniques to reduce healing time significantly, while mentoring staff enhanced team competency levels. Expertise in clinical judgment and exceptional communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Hillside Nursing Center
2017.06 - Current
- Treated and carefully tended to pressure injuries, surgical wounds, vascular wounds, cancer lesion/tumors, autoimmune induced wounds, burns, and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Increased patient compliance by creating customized instructional materials on proper dressing changes and medication administration techniques related to their specific needs.
- Provided expert consultation to colleagues regarding complex cases requiring advanced knowledge of wound assessment, staging, and treatment options.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients with various types of wounds, determining appropriate interventions and treatments.
- Reduced wound healing time for patients through the use of advanced wound care techniques.
- Developed key relationships with vendors to stay informed about new products and technologies, allowing for continued expansion of treatment options available to patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Skin Integrity Registered Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
2015.07 - 2017.06
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of wound care treatments and protocols.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by serving as a role model for other nurses regarding best practices in delivering compassionate patient-centered care.
- Streamlined processes for efficient documentation of patient progress and wound status updates.
- Reduced wound healing time by regularly assessing, monitoring, and adjusting treatment protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support during challenging times.
- Conducted regular training sessions for nursing staff on proper wound assessment techniques, enhancing overall team competency levels.
- Ensured adherence to infection control standards within the facility to minimize the risk of complications related to wounds.
- Increased availability of specialized wound care supplies by working closely with supply chain management teams.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest advancements in wound care research and technology to inform evidence-based practice.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and nursing staff to facilitate effective communication regarding treatment plans and patient needs.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular wounds, pressure wounds, surgical wounds, cancer lesions, autoimmune induced wounds, burns, and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Wound Care
Tower Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2013.11 - 2015.07
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of wound care treatments and protocols.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by serving as a role model for other nurses regarding best practices in delivering compassionate patient-centered care.
- Streamlined processes for efficient documentation of patient progress and wound status updates.
- Reduced wound healing time by regularly assessing, monitoring, and adjusting treatment protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support during challenging times.
- Conducted regular training sessions for nursing staff on proper wound assessment techniques, enhancing overall team competency levels.
- Provided consultation services for other healthcare professionals when requested about complex or chronic wounds cases that required specialized intervention.
- Ensured adherence to infection control standards within the facility to minimize the risk of complications related to wounds.
- Increased availability of specialized wound care supplies by working closely with supply chain management teams.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest advancements in wound care research and technology to inform evidence-based practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize overall patient care and ensure continuity of services.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and nursing staff to facilitate effective communication regarding treatment plans and patient needs.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular wounds, pressure injuries, surgical wounds, cancer lesions, autoimmune induced wounds, burns, and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Franklin Regional Hospital
2012.10 - 2013.11
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly responding to changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in progressive care nursing techniques and technologies.
- Implemented physician orders and tracked progress against care plan to assess results.
- Increased efficiency in the Progressive Care Unit by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by thoroughly documenting patient information and providing detailed handoffs during shift changes.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care approach.
- Promoted a healing environment through maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, addressing concerns, and offering emotional support.
- Helped physicians complete bedside procedures to address patient concerns.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards through adherence to established protocols and ongoing professional development.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Demonstrated adaptability by floating to other units as needed, applying comprehensive nursing skills across various clinical settings.
- Ensured timely administration of treatments by proficiently starting IVs, inserting Foley catheters, changing dressings, performing wound care procedures among other essential nursing tasks.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Tower Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2009.05 - 2011.10
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05.2009
Skills
- Wound assessment
- Patient Safety
- Clinical judgment
- Patient confidentiality
- Care Coordination
- Quality Improvement
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Negative Pressure Therapy
- Wound Dressing
- Continuing education
- Resource Utilization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Compression Therapy
- Documentation
- Professionalism
- Surgical Wound Care
- Arterial Ulcer Treatment
- Skin integrity maintenance
- Wound Healing Stages
- Wound Care Consultation
- Venous Leg Ulcer Management
- Patient Education
- Physical Assessment
- Pressure Ulcer Management
- Pain Management
- Risk Identification
- Data Collection
- Staff Training
- Intervention Planning
- Self-management
- Family Education
- EMR Updating
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Organizational Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Care Assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Microsoft Office
- Intravenous therapy
- Delegation and Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Infection Control
Timeline
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Hillside Nursing Center
2017.06 - Current
Skin Integrity Registered Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
2015.07 - 2017.06
Registered Nurse Supervisor, Wound Care
Tower Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2013.11 - 2015.07
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Franklin Regional Hospital
2012.10 - 2013.11
Assistant Director of Nursing
Tower Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
2009.05 - 2011.10
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
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