Thelma Ginn
Naperville,IL
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a passion for patient advocacy and extensive experience in providing care to senior patients.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Duly Health and Care
Joliet, IL
09.2018 - Current
- Registered Nurse in a clinical setting, working in collaboration with an Internal Medicine MD in a practice with a large volume of senior patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a clinical setting.
- Performed nurse phone triage and coordinated patient referrals to specialists.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems (EPIC).
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Formal training and extensive experience in EPIC.
- Conducted test result follow-up discussions with patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
San Francisco, California
02.2006 - 06.2016
- Registered Nurse in an acute setting in a 36 bed Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit at the City and County Hospital of San Francisco.
- Administered medications and managed patient schedules efficiently.
- Conducted patient admissions and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Trained new nursing staff on telemetry unit protocols and procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided in accordance with hospital policies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during hospital stay.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs, blood glucose levels, fluid intake and output and other medical indicators.
- Developed a trusting relationship with patients to ensure quality of care is being provided.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient's progress, responses to treatments and changes in condition.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plan and self-care management.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients in accordance with family wishes.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored vital signs, input and output measurements and laboratory data to assess patient status.
- Responded quickly to any acute changes in patient's condition or needs during shift hours.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient response.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when managing multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure situations.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including home health referrals, durable medical equipment orders and community resources.
- Conducted daily rounds to all assigned patients assessing their needs while providing emotional support.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Laredo, TX
02.2001 - 03.2002
- Delivered patient care in child/adolescent behavioral health unit under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes to medical staff.
- Observed and documented patient behavior for treatment assessments.
Education
Associate of Science - Associates of Nursing RN
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-2004
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing Program LVN
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-2000
Associate of Applied Science -
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TX05-1999
Skills
- EPIC charting
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Treatment planning
- Care coordination
- Care plan development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Infection control practices
- Call triaging
- Physical assessments
- Administering immunizations
- Chart updating
- Documenting vitals
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient management
- Patient counseling
- Professional bedside manner
- Acute care expertise
- Wound care
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Registered Professional Nurse - State of Illinois. License # 041459258
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Duly Health and Care
09.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Telemetry Unit
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital And Trauma Center
02.2006 - 06.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
02.2001 - 03.2002
Associate of Science - Associates of Nursing RN
Laredo Community College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing Program LVN
Laredo Community College
Associate of Applied Science -
Laredo Community College