Theresa Rathgeber

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses in correctional facilities.
• Conducted health assessments and developed care plans for inmates.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive inmate care.
• Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Responded to medical emergencies and provided critical first aid interventions.
• Trained new nursing staff on procedures and safety protocols within the facility.
• Ensured compliance with health regulations and standards in correctional settings.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• 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.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
• Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
• Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physicians during the examination and treatment of patients.
• Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• 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.

• Conducted health assessments, and developed care plans for clients.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a mental health facility.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client care.
• Educated clients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
• Documented client information accurately in electronic health record systems.
• Responded to medical emergencies and provided critical first aid interventions.
• Trained new nursing staff on procedures and safety protocols within the facility.
• Ensured compliance with health regulations and standards in the mental health and substance abuse facility settings.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned clients.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
• Documented clients' progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring clients for reactions and side effects.
• Advocated for clients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of client responses.
• Evaluated the client, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other members of the critical care team.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean client environment.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Recorded the client's condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Provided client care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss clients care plans.
• Provided client health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Counseled clients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Created, implemented and evaluated client care plans with medical team.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and client care best practices.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to clients.
• Maintained strict client data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other client factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• 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 clients care.

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses in correctional facilities.
• Conducted health assessments and developed care plans for inmates.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive inmate care.
• Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
• Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
• Responded to medical emergencies and provided critical first aid interventions.
• Trained new nursing staff on procedures and safety protocols within the facility.
• Ensured compliance with health regulations and standards in correctional settings.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
• Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
• Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
• Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• 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.
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During my years of employment at Anthony Medical Center, I was also the Chief Nursing Officer, Assistant to the Chief Nursing Officer, Surgical Department Manager, Central Supply and Sterilization Processing Manager, Pharmacy Registered Nurse, Infection Control Nurse, Medical Surgical Department Charge Nurse, and Shift Supervisor, as well as an Emergency Registered Nurse.