Skyler Clayson
Midland,MI
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a robust background in neurosurgical and medical-surgical care at MyMichigan and Jones Memorial Hospital. Expert in neurological assessments and patient education, demonstrating leadership by enhancing nursing satisfaction and patient safety. Skilled and adept at fostering team cohesion, significantly improving treatment strategies and patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neuro Surgical Unit
MyMichigan
09.2022 - Current
- Frequent and thorough Neurological assessments of patients with acute CVA's, Subdural Hematomas, Subarachnoid hemorrhages, intracranial hemorrhages, Brain masses, Seizures and post surgical care.
- Managing th care of 4-6 Neuro Step Down and Med/Surg patients during a 12 hour shift.
- Maintaining and educating patients in proper body mechanics pre and post surgery for cervical, thoracic and lumbar surgeries.
- Developing a strong and cohesive team with co-workers in all positions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jones Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed caseload of 4-7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed a unit of up to 5 other nurses and 20-30 patients in leadership, maintaining a safe unit for nurses and patients while also maintaining a cohesive team environment
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College
Jamestown, NY05.2021
Skills
- BLS
- ACLS
- Ultrasound IV Certified
- Telemetry Certified
- Nursing Leadership/Charge Nurse
- Precepting Graduate Nurses
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neuro Surgical Unit
MyMichigan
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jones Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jamestown Community College
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