More than 17 years experience in primary care at West Georgia Medical Center.
Served as senior nurse for obstetrics and gynecological patients, encompassing hormone replacement therapy, STD treatment, ultrasounds and birth control.Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.Trained 10 student nurses to provide top-quality patient care.Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and post-discharge care.Managed team of medical support personnel.Coordinated with nursing team to ensure optimal levels of patient care and safety.Consistently received commendations for maintaining patient safety, respect and dignity.Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.
Registered Nurse 1996-Present
Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor through American Heart Association 2011-Present