Susan Larimore
Seminole,United States
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse BSN with a robust background in patient care and staff leadership, notably at CW Bill Young VA. Expert in clinical health guidance and effective discharge planning, demonstrating exceptional patient assessment skills and the ability to train new staff. Proven track record in improving patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork and evidence-based practices.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse BSN
CW Bill Young VA
Bay Pines, United States
12.2009 - Current
- Company Overview: Federal position held.
- Establishing nursing diagnoses
- Direct patient care
- Providing health education and procedural teaching to resident and significant others
- Administering and evaluating pharmacological and other therapeutic treatment regimens, including wound care
- Administering medicine
- Establishing priorities and making ethically-sound decisions to ensure safe patient care
- Assisting the physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to promote optimal patient outcomes by team collaboration
- Responding to emergency situations to promote optimal patient outcomes by recognizing changes in patients' health status
- Performing diagnostic studies within the scope of nursing practice as ordered by the physician
- Documenting patient data to ensure continuity in the provision and coordination of patient care
- Collaborating with other health care professionals
- Communicating with veterans and family members regarding veteran's care
- Handled charge nurse responsibilities including staff supervision.
- Managing follow-up care
- Acting as resource and example to others
- Participating in continuing education achieving/maintaining certification
- Possess knowledge of unit level monitors and quality improvement findings
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Staff RN
Marion Indiana Veterans Administration
Marion, United States
04.2005 - 12.2009
- Oversaw the daily operations of a large CLC, ensuring accurate completion of MDS duties while mentoring staff.
Staff RN/Charge
Colonial Oaks Nursing Home
Marion, United States
02.2005 - 03.2005
- Oversaw a 30-bed unit, performing assessments and evaluations.
Nursing supervisor/Manager float pool
St Josephs Hospital
Kokomo, United States
11.2003 - 02.2005
- Oversaw staff arrangements for nursing float pool alongside managing house supervisors.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
Field RN
HPH HOMECARE
Brooksville, United States
07.2003 - 10.2003
- Coordinated OASIS/MDS and conducted staff nursing for home visits.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Staff RN/Charge
Marion General Hospital
Marion, United States
07.1989 - 07.2003
- MGH achieved esteemed Magnet recognition.
- Led operations on high-traffic medical/surgical and orthopedic units.
- Assumed role of house supervisor post-departure and worked concurrently at St. Joseph's Hospital.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Nursing, Science
Indiana Weslyan University
Marion, IN, United States12.1998
Skills
- Preventive Health Screening
- Immunization Administration
- Infection Prevention Strategies
- Training New Staff
- Clinical Data Interpretation
- Intravenous Patient Care
- Effective Discharge Planning
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Health Guidance
- Chart Maintenance Proficiency
Availability
Permanent, Full-time, Part-time, Intermittent
References
- Kerrie Glasser, Bay Pines VA, NOD, Kerrie.Glasserva.gov
- Vanessa Belcher ARNP, 1-254-285-9050 Vanessa.Belcher@va.gov
- Mary Ellen Benway Rogers, ARNP, 727-415-1993
Timeline
Registered Nurse BSN
CW Bill Young VA
12.2009 - Current
Staff RN
Marion Indiana Veterans Administration
04.2005 - 12.2009
Staff RN/Charge
Colonial Oaks Nursing Home
02.2005 - 03.2005
Nursing supervisor/Manager float pool
St Josephs Hospital
11.2003 - 02.2005
Field RN
HPH HOMECARE
07.2003 - 10.2003
Staff RN/Charge
Marion General Hospital
07.1989 - 07.2003
Bachelor's degree - Nursing, Science
Indiana Weslyan University
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