Susan Ault
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with proven expertise in pre-and post-operative care and critical thinking, honed at Mercy Hospital and Methodist Medical. Excelled in delivering compassionate care, enhancing patient satisfaction, and leading with clinical judgment. Achieved significant outcomes in patient health through effective collaboration and cultural competence.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital
11.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical
05.1989 - 06.2008
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Eleven
Des Moines, IA05-1989
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cultural competence
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mercy Hospital
11.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical
05.1989 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Des Moines Area Eleven
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