Sidney Spivey

• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.

Nominated for the DAISY Award, an award given to nurses who exemplify excellent, holistic, and patient-centered care.

Given leadership roles by management, such as Charge RN and Resource RN, in which I took on responsibilities to aid nurses, patients, and families.

Part of the Central Vascular Access Team, a group designated to assess each patient's central line and use evidence-based practice to develop individualized care plans to prevent CLABSI infections and sepsis.

Hand-picked to become a part of a Mentorship Program and selected to be a preceptor, to teach and be a resource for new nurses.

A member of the Retention and Recognition Committee, responsible for creating events to enhance the unit culture and involvement outside of work, and recognizing staff for their outstanding work and accomplishments.

• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.