Susan Flowers

• Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Evaluated nursing procedures for efficiency, recommending enhancements to optimize resource utilization and patient outcomes.
• Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care delivery processes.
• 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 care strategies for diverse patient populations.
• Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and medication compliance.
• Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in progressive care nursing techniques and technologies.
• Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families by providing education on their loved ones'' conditions, treatment plans, and progress updates.
• Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Assisted in triaging patients and quickly assessing their needs to provide appropriate care within the Progressive Care Unit scope.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently assessing, diagnosing, and formulating comprehensive care plans.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

. Worked as alternating staff nurse and charge nurse on 24 bed

Progressive Care Unit.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
• Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, fostering understanding and promoting recovery.
• Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
• Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
• Developed strong working relationships with mental health community partners, facilitating seamless transitions of care for patients upon discharge from the facility.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Monitored patients' mental and physical health, identifying changes in condition for timely interventions.
• Administered psychotropic medications, ensuring compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
• Developed individualized care plans tailored to patients' specific psychiatric needs and preferences.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.

• Administered dialysis treatments in accordance with individualized patient care plans.
• Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
• Educated patients on dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and treatment efficiency.
• Trained new staff on dialysis protocols and equipment operation for improved service delivery.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
• Served as a key resource for colleagues seeking guidance on challenging cases or procedural questions related to dialysis nursing practice.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Administered chemotherapy and supportive therapies to oncology patients, ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Monitored patient conditions, assessing vital signs and response to treatments for optimal care decisions.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Educated patients and families on treatment options, side effects, and coping strategies for improved outcomes.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify changes in patient status, facilitating timely interventions.
• Served as a preceptor for new oncology nurses, providing guidance and mentorship to facilitate successful integration into the team.
• Monitored patients closely during treatments, promptly addressing any adverse reactions or complications.
• Assisted physicians during diagnostic procedures such as biopsies and lumbar punctures, ensuring optimal patient comfort.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the cancer journey, improving overall mental wellbeing.
• Leveraged excellent time management skills to balance complex caseloads while maintaining high-quality care standards.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in oncology nursing.
• Developed strong rapport with patients by attentively listening to their concerns and addressing them promptly.
• Administered chemotherapy treatments safely and accurately, maintaining a high level of patient safety.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.