Scott Stout
Belfast ,NY
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Supplemental Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Jones Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Olean General Healthcare
01.2006 - 01.2019
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College
Olean, NY05-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIH Stroke Scale
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Supplemental Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Jones Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Olean General Healthcare
01.2006 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College
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