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Stephen Henry Cartwright

Portland,OR

Summary

Experienced emergency nurse skilled in patient-centered care, critical thinking, and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and quality improvement initiatives.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Glasgow Royal Infirmary
United Kingdom
09.1998 - 03.2002
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes in health status.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Glasgow Royal Infirmary is one of the busiest trauma units in Europe. It was my first job as an rn after finishing university in Scotland.

Registered Nurse

OHSU Hospital
Portland, OR
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes in health status.
  • Assisted in developing individualized care plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Westside Medical Center
11.2021 - 04.2024
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management.
  • Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
  • Enhanced workflow efficiency through implementation of electronic health record systems.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Registered Nurse

Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
Portland, OR
04.2002 - 09.2021

ER RN in a very busy city emergency room.

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing Studies

Glasgow Caledonian University
United Kingdom
06.1998

Skills

I have vast experience of emergency nursing both in the United States and the United Kingdom I enjoy the speed and acuity of the emergency room and find it easy to work individually or within a team My biggest attributes are my communication skills and ability to care for individuals from every aspect of society

Timeline

Registered Nurse

OHSU Hospital
05.2024 - 09.2024

Registered Nurse

Kaiser Westside Medical Center
11.2021 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse

Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
04.2002 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse

Glasgow Royal Infirmary
09.1998 - 03.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing Studies

Glasgow Caledonian University
Stephen Henry Cartwright