Teresa becker
Okeene,OK
Summary
Professional healthcare provider prepared for this role. Adept at patient care, medical procedures, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and time management.
Diligent [Desired Position] with background in nursing, offering valuable experience in patient care and clinical procedures. Successfully contributed to patient recovery and enhanced care protocols. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and compassionate communication.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Okeene Hospital
12.2002 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Regularly attended continuing education classes and workshops, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in emergency nursing practices and patient care techniques.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families, fostering open communication channels during challenging medical situations.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies and procedures, adhering to strict infection control practices to reduce the spread of disease.
- Consistently maintained accurate electronic health records, promoting seamless coordination of care among healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex medical cases.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Participated in disaster preparedness drills within the hospital setting ensuring readiness to respond in times of crisis.
Director of Nursing
Summers Health Services
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing RN
Redlands
El Reno, OK12-2007
LPN - Practical Nursing
Chisholm Trails
Kingfisher, OK06-2004
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Triage and assessment
- Emergency medical treatment
- Airway management
- Wound care management
- Intravenous therapy
- EKG interpretation
ACLS, PALS, CPR
Current in all three
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Summers Health Services
09.2019 - 02.2021
RN
Okeene Hospital
12.2002 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing RN
Redlands
LPN - Practical Nursing
Chisholm Trails
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