Theresa Gibson

RN

Mercy Health Partners

Cincinnati, Ohio

11.2005 - 04.2020

Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.

Summary

Overview

Work History

RN

LPN

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Skills

Timeline

RN

LPN

Associate of Science - Nursing

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