Sue Mathews
North Bend,OR
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both acute inpatient as well as outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN Outpatient Infusion
Bay Area Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Staff/Charge RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
Bay Area Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Float RN Med Surg
Bay Area Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
CNA 2 Float Pool
Bay Area Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Medical Office Assistant
North Bend Medical Center
09.2003 - 05.2014
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy
- Assisted provider with exams and procedures
- Processed referrals, prior authorizations, and medication refills according to provider’s orders
Phlebotomist
North Bend Medical Center
04.2000 - 09.2003
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Education
AAS/ADN - Nursing
Southwestern OR CC
Coos Bay, OR06.2016
Skills
- Charting and documentation
- Nursing process implementation
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical leadership and supervision
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Staff RN Outpatient Infusion
Bay Area Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2024
Staff/Charge RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
Bay Area Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
Float RN Med Surg
Bay Area Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
CNA 2 Float Pool
Bay Area Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2016
Medical Office Assistant
North Bend Medical Center
09.2003 - 05.2014
Phlebotomist
North Bend Medical Center
04.2000 - 09.2003
AAS/ADN - Nursing
Southwestern OR CC
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