Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in comprehensive patient evaluations and effective communication. Skilled in educating patients and families on treatment options and disease management, contributing to improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
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1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Elliot Health System/ Elliot Orthopaedics
04.2009 - Current
Implemented treatments based on physician directives.
Trained junior nursing staff, strengthening professional skills and supporting commitment to best practices in patient care.
Crafted instructional resources for patient guidance during preoperative and postoperative phases
personalized preoperative and postoperative patient-family instruction
Managed patient call triage and collaborated with physicians and ACPs to facilitate orders.
Conducted post-operative follow-up calls to confirm patient understanding of required medications and procedures for best results.
Executed postoperative patient evaluations and care during nurse visits.
Registered Nurse
Manchester Visiting Nurse Association
03.1997 - 04.2009
Administered treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Monitored patients' vital signs, identifying changes and communicating with healthcare teams effectively.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care strategies for patients.
Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive health measures.
Participated as a member of dedicated wound care team, ensuring effective treatment delivery. Supported development of standardized protocols for wound management across varied cases. Delivered hands-on care to patients, significantly improving healing rates. Engaged with healthcare professionals to refine patient intervention approaches. Tracked healing progress and modified care plans based on individual needs. Instructed patients and caregivers on proper wound care practices for optimal recovery. Documented all patient interactions and treatment modifications accurately.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Shore Community College
Beverly, MA
05.1992
Skills
Patient care management
Comprehensive patient evaluations
Charting proficiency
Interdisciplinary care management
Certification
Certified in Rehab Nursing for 2000-2025, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]