Suzanne Richardson
Old Town,Maine
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse specializing in acute-care Medical-Surgical settings with expertise in IV therapy, medication administration, patient assessment, and postoperative care. Experienced in managing vascular access and monitoring treatment responses. Served as a resource nurse and preceptor, demonstrating leadership in program development and regulatory compliance while fostering client relationships and community service initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, Maine
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to acute-care Medical-Surgical patients, including postoperative and medically complex cases, ensuring optimal recovery and patient safety.
- Managed care for four to five patients, prioritizing competing clinical needs in a fast-paced acute-care environment to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Administer and monitor IV medications, antibiotics, fluids, blood products, and other prescribed therapies; assess vascular access sites, treatment effectiveness, and potential adverse reactions.
- Perform ongoing head-to-toe assessments, identify changes in condition, communicate concerns, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support safe, effective care.
- Provide postoperative care, wound care, pressure injury prevention, medication management, and individualized patient education.
- Acted as a resource nurse, assisting colleagues with complex and time-sensitive clinical procedures, enhancing team response and patient outcomes.
- Precept nursing students, newly licensed nurses, and nurses completing orientation, reinforcing safe practice, clinical reasoning, organization, and patient-centered care.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Northern Light EMMC
Bangor, Maine
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Delivered direct bedside care to hospitalized patients, assisting with activities of daily living, mobility, vital signs, safety measures, and patient observation to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and collaborated with registered nurses and healthcare professionals, strengthening skills in bedside care, teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
OWNER / OPERATOR, LICENSED CHILD CARE BUSINESS
Home Away From Home Daycare
Maine
06.2018 - 01.2024
- Founded, developed, and independently operated a licensed child care business serving children and families in the local community.
- Managed staffing, scheduling, enrollment, client communication, purchasing, finances, documentation, and regulatory compliance to ensure smooth operations and adherence to regulations.
- Recruited, hired, trained, and supervised employees, establishing expectations for quality and safety to enhance professionalism and customer service.
- Applied knowledge of child development, safety, classroom management, curriculum development, client retention, staff leadership, and operational efficiency while leading programs from concept through implementation.
- Built and maintained strong client relationships through responsive communication, reliability, individualized service, and attention to customer experience.
- Applied knowledge of child development and operational efficiency to lead programs from concept through implementation, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.
STAY-AT-HOME PARENT
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Focused on raising and caring for my family during a planned career break before returning to the workforce and launching a licensed child care business.
- Organized daily schedules and activities for children of various ages.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits.
- Managed household tasks including cleaning, laundry, and grocery shopping.
CHILD CARE COORDINATOR
Dover-Foxcroft YMCA
Dover-Foxcroft, Maine
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Coordinated child care programs and summer camps for local children and families, overseeing all aspects from concept to daily operation, enhancing community engagement.
- Managed scheduling, enrollment, activities, and family communication, fostering strong relationships with families, coworkers, and community members to support program success.
- Supported community initiatives through participation in YMCA 5K events.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Beal University
Bangor, MaineAssociate of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA 09.2010 - 09.2013
Skills
- IV Therapy & Vascular Access
- IV Medications & Antibiotics
- Blood Product Administration
- Infusion Monitoring
- Medication Safety
- Patient Assessment
- Adverse Reaction Recognition
- Postoperative Care
- Wound Care
- Infection Prevention
- Aseptic Technique
- Clinical Prioritization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
Personal Information
Title: RN, Registered Nurse, State of Maine, Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Leadership Community Highlights
Title: RN, Registered Nurse, State of Maine, Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Core Clinical Skills
Title: RN, Registered Nurse, State of Maine, Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Northern Light EMMC
07.2024 - 03.2025
OWNER / OPERATOR, LICENSED CHILD CARE BUSINESS
Home Away From Home Daycare
06.2018 - 01.2024
STAY-AT-HOME PARENT
09.2015 - 06.2018
CHILD CARE COORDINATOR
Dover-Foxcroft YMCA
09.2013 - 09.2015
Associate of Arts - Educational Leadership And Management
Liberty University
09.2010 - 09.2013
Associate Degree - Nursing
Beal University