Sidney Bush
Fenton,MI
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in direct patient care and nursing staff leadership. Known for mentoring junior nurses and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care processes and improve patient satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital
Grand Blanc, MI
06.2005 - Current
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing clinical skills and promoting professional development within the unit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying patient needs and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections and promoting patient safety.
Registered Nurse
University of Michigan Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2003 - 06.2005
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, improving satisfaction scores.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, driving enhancements in nursing practices and operational efficiency.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and seamless information sharing across departments.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL02-2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI12-2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Nursing staff leadership
- BLS Certification
- NIHSS Stroke Certification
Certification
BLS Certification
NIHSS Stroke Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital
06.2005 - Current
Registered Nurse
University of Michigan Hospital
06.2003 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College