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Theresa Arrington-Heard, RN

Hamden,CT

Summary

A compassionate, self-motivated, results oriented Registered Nurse with a strong medical background. Reliable professional with 15 years of experience in various areas of nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Skilled communicator with astute judgment skills and the ability to adapt to new situations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Continuum Of Care
10.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by 25% through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Trained and supervise personnel in all areas of patient care and daily procedures.

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Elara Caring
11.2022 - Current
  • Significant experience with nursing procedures and processes.
  • Strong familiarity with automated clinical information systems.
  • Excellent organizational abilities.
  • Communicate empathetically with diverse patients, build rapport, and drive delivery of patient centered care to achieve patient satisfactory rating.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge for 30 patients at time.

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Connecticut Valley Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Monitored delivery of optimal quality of care to substance abuse and mental health residents on assigned unit.
  • Reported changes in patients' conditions and other matters of concern requiring prompt attention 100%.
  • Acting as liaison between patients, nurses, and physicians to address problems requiring immediate/ long term resolve.
  • Supervised patients' admissions and discharges procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN)

Elara Caring
05.2012 - 11.2022
  • Traveled throughout New Haven County to provide home-healthcare services to adult patients diagnosed with behavioral and mental health challenges.
  • Administered oral and injectable medications and oversaw dispensing of oral and topical medications and treatments for 20 or more patients.
  • Provided accurate written records of patients' care including nursing assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, medications administered and discharge planning.
  • Coordinated patient care with other staff members and physicians.
  • Respected patients' privacy and maintained confidentiality.

Education

Associate In Applied Sciences (AS) - Nursing/ Graduated With Honors

Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY
05.2022

Diploma (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Nursing/ Graduated With Honors

New England Technical Institute
Hamden, CT
12.2006

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Mental Health Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient Education
  • Pain Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Nursing staff leadership

Certification

CPR/BLS Adult, Child, and Infant certified exp. 01/31/2025

Licenses

Registered Nurse #199736 exp. 01/31/2025


Timeline

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Continuum Of Care
10.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Elara Caring
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, (RN)

Connecticut Valley Hospital
10.2022 - 10.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN)

Elara Caring
05.2012 - 11.2022

Associate In Applied Sciences (AS) - Nursing/ Graduated With Honors

Helene Fuld College of Nursing

Diploma (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Nursing/ Graduated With Honors

New England Technical Institute

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