Susan Fuge

At all these facilities I have been in Supervisory positions. Unit Manager, ADON, Weekend Supervisor.

At present I am Part Time and doing floor work or Treatments.

I enjoy taking care of my Geriatric Residents.

I have been in the field of nursing for over 50 years.

Monitored and documented changes in patient's condition, as well as responses to treatments and interventions.

• Promoted positive customer service experiences by responding quickly to requests from patients and families while maintaining high standards of confidentiality.
• Provided direct nursing care and treatments to assigned patients, including wound care, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
• Observed patients for signs of physical or emotional distress and reported any changes to physicians or supervisors immediately.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings related to patient care planning and follow up activities.
• Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients; providing support during transfer process from one unit to another or from hospital to home setting.
• Evaluated patient care needs to prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
• Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and distribute medications.

• Developed relationships with families and patients that promoted trustworthiness while ensuring respect for their privacy rights.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of patient care plans based on physician orders and individualized needs of the patient.
• Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to nursing practice within a long term care setting.
• Supervised exceptional team with collaborative leadership and creative responses to resource scarcity and nurse availability.