Susan Bressler

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
• Assisted in the development of patient care plans, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
• Conducted health assessments, accurately documenting findings in electronic health records.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
• Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
• Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
• Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
• Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.

I worked full time as a primary care staff nurse in Neonatal Intensive Care Level III Units in Florida, California and Ohio.