Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
Elara Caring
Bridgeton, Missouri
10.2022 - Current
Facilitated coordination of patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to optimize health outcomes.
Developed individualized care approaches based on thorough assessment of patients' health conditions.
Educated patients and families on disease management, self-care techniques, and medication administration.
Conducted home visits to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
Maintained accurate electronic health records, documenting assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care as necessary.
Identified safety hazards within home environments and took corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Trained new home health nurses on best practices and clinical procedures.
Tracked utilization data, including visits, assessments, and OASIS scores, ensuring accuracy at all times.
Collected OASIS data, evaluating for accuracy, completeness and logical coherence in determining appropriate sequencing of diagnoses.
Community Health Nurse
Help At Home Health Care
Hillsboro, MO
10.2015 - 05.2018
Attended educational workshops to maintain nursing competency and licensure.
Collaborated with health organizations to enhance community wellness initiatives.
Maintained confidentiality regarding patient, family, and staff matters.
Communicated with physicians for patient care concerns and intervention protocols.
Performed physician-ordered treatments while documenting actions accurately.
Recorded therapy details to ensure updated patient charts.
Led teams to prioritize standard of care for improved patient outcomes.
Assessed mental health needs, managing individualized care plans with a multidisciplinary team.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Celtic Healthcare
Fenton, MO
02.2014 - 10.2015
Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Assessed needs to formulate individualized home health strategies.
Advocated for patient needs within healthcare systems and community resources.
Monitored vitals, administered medications, and provided wound care as required.
ICU Charge Nurse
Tenet Health
St Louis, MO
04.2009 - 01.2014
Supervised nursing staff in delivering critical care to ICU patients.
Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, enhancing ICU workflow efficiency.
Conducted staffing assessments and assigned duties based on needs.
Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements for ICU operations.
Evaluated shift staffing levels to maintain adequate coverage at all times.
Utilized critical thinking to assess complex situations rapidly and effectively.
Assumed charge nurse responsibilities, providing patient care during shift transitions.
Participated in clinical rounds, offering nursing insights to inform patient care decisions.
RN, Critical Care
Tenet Health Des Peres Hospital
St. Louis, MO
10.2005 - 04.2009
Delivered direct patient care in intensive and critical care settings.
Monitored vital signs and continuously assessed patient conditions.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments accurately.
Executed advanced life support skills, including intubation and chest tube insertion.
Utilized critical thinking to quickly assess patient condition changes and implement interventions.
Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy before medication administration.
Managed PA catheters, vasoactive drug administration, and thrombolytic therapy.
Applied evidence-based practices to wound care, promoting healing and preventing infections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
Associate of Science - Nursing
East Central College
Union, MO
Skills
Patient care assessment
Preventive healthcare
Nursing consultation
Accurate documentation
Medical procedure preparation
Patient examination
Advocacy for patients and families
Medication side effect knowledge
Delegation and motivation
Patient intervention
Pharmacologic intervention
Medical recordkeeping
Clear patient communication
Nursing assignments
Diagnostic test evaluations
Prescription drug recommendations
Emergency diagnostics
Endotracheal intubation
Airway management
Therapeutic measures
Test interpretation
IV therapy management
Care plan coordination
Chronic disease management
Electronic health records
References
References available upon request.
Certification
Registered Nurse State of Missouri Compact License