Susan Butterfield
Mobile
Summary
I have a passion caring for people while helping them attain their best life within my nursing scope of practice. I am a people person. I enjoy communicating with patients, their family's and to participate in their care. I am a team player. I have over 15 years experience in an RN position in nursing care in pre-op, OR, Pacu, cancer care, med/surg, wound care, and some endocrinology. I feel I will be an asset to your company.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Infirmary Health Systems
09.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Urology & Oncology Specialists
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
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Surgical Care Affiliates Inc.
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Seward County Community College
Liberal, KS05-2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- EMR systems
- Call triaging
- Maintaining privacy
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Relationship building
- Diabetes management
- High level of autonomy
Affiliations
- Oncology Nursing Society, Expired 2023
Certification
- Licensed RN - Exp. December 2026
- BLS Training - Exp. July 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Infirmary Health Systems
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Urology & Oncology Specialists
07.2019 - 08.2022
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Surgical Care Affiliates Inc.
06.2015 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Seward County Community College
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