Susanne Mitchell
RN
Springville,TN
Summary
Operate effectively in fast-paced emergency settings to address concerns with acute and chronic conditions. Good communication, decision-making and prioritization skills useful for assessing and triaging patients to optimize department resource utilization. .
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Henry County Medical Center
Paris , TN
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Instructed and educated patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while following established nursing standards of care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to documentation in the medical record.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
RN, Emergency Department
Gateway Regional Medical Center
Granite City, IL
12.2010 - 10.2013
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
RN, Emergency Department
Kenneth Hall Regional Hospital
E. ST. Louis, IL
09.2002 - 08.2006
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy and completeness prior to documentation in the medical record.
- Organized workflows within the Emergency Department efficiently while ensuring quality patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Instructed and educated patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
RN, Emergency Department
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
E. St. Louis , IL
05.1990 - 03.1994
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
State Community College
E. ST Louis05-1989
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Robert Morris College
Carthage, IL05-1984
Certified - EMT
Belleville Area College
Belleville, IL05-1981
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Airway Management
- Triage Assessment
- Obstetric Emergencies
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Initial Trauma Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Medical Records Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Procedure Assistance
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Reliability
- IV Insertion
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient Stabilization
- Wound Care
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Heartsaver CPR AED
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient and family advocacy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Henry County Medical Center
03.2023 - 07.2023
RN, Emergency Department
Gateway Regional Medical Center
12.2010 - 10.2013
RN, Emergency Department
Kenneth Hall Regional Hospital
09.2002 - 08.2006
RN, Emergency Department
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
05.1990 - 03.1994
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
State Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Robert Morris College
Certified - EMT
Belleville Area College
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