Patient-oriented Nurse with six years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Project Coordinator
HALO Branded Solutions
08.2010 - 05.2013
Developed and finalized written responses to RFPs for opportunities resulting in increased business
Worked with Management Team and Account Executives to develop client presentation materials
Facilitated creation of online webstore with Account Executive and Client by desired deadline, while meeting contract requirements
Created and communicated project timeline and objectives to Client and internal departments
Established proper billing, shipping and IT requirements by working with appropriate departments at HALO and Client corporate office(s)
Led launch meetings to ensure all pertinent details were properly communicated.
Marketing Manager
Modern Healthcare Magazine
08.2001 - 05.2006
Managed overall marketing efforts, including direct mail, trade show and events to build a larger presence within the healthcare industry
Determined and managed sponsorship agreements with industry associations to generate audience awareness and branding efforts
Collaborated with interactive manager to provide current online marketing information to current and potential advertisers
Managed national healthcare design awards competition resulting in an increase revenue and brand awareness
Wrote copy for promotional material, invitations, advertisements and press releases to increase brand awareness, lead generation and increase business revenue.
Marketing Coordinator
Allscripts Healthcare Solutions
07.1999 - 08.2001
Tracked, distributed and reported sales leads received to management team
Qualified email and phone product inquiries for distribution to sales team
Coordinated direct mail campaigns resulting in an increased amount of leads
Managed trade show logistics.
Buyer
Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
05.1997 - 07.1999
Responsible for purchasing all medical/surgical supplies by need date needed for the 500+ bed medical center
Negotiated pricing on all capital equipment purchases
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