Seleena Farmer
Tell City,IN
Summary
-Driven Registered Nurse with proven expertise in patient assessments and medication administration, honed at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment.
-Excelled in mentoring new staff, showcasing a high level of autonomy and a commitment to excellence in patient management.
-Patient-oriented Nurse with 5 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments, offering expertise with Surgical/Pediatric specialty.
-Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
-Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities.
-Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
-Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
Owensboro, KY
06.2019 - 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Health Campus
Tell City, IN
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owensboro Community And Technical College
Owensboro, KY05.2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Patient Management
- Chart updating
- Pediatric Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
Accomplishments
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS Training - 2019-Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Health Campus
08.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Indiana
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owensboro Community And Technical College