Tina MITCHELL
Kingston,Tennessee
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Covenant Hospital Parkwest, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and compassion in patient care. Excelled in medication and IV administration, significantly reducing patient wait times and enhancing recovery processes. Skilled in patient education, fostering a supportive environment through empathetic interactions and professional bedside manner. Achieved notable improvements in patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Professional Case Management
04.2018 - 07.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
Premier Surgical Center
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Covenant Hospital Parkwest
06.2011 - 04.2016
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Covenant Hospital Parkwest
12.2006 - 06.2011
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Covenant Hospital-Parkwest
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Regional Catagory Specialist
CVS Drug Store
01.1984 - 06.2001
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Led successful sales presentations to prospective clients, resulting in increased partnerships and collaboration opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently staying within financial constraints while maximizing resource allocation for optimal results.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane County Community College
Rockwood, TN05.2003
Certification/License - EMT-IV
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN03.1991
High School Diploma -
Mcminn High School
Athens, TN05.1983
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional Bedside Manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Professional Case Management
04.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
Premier Surgical Center
04.2016 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse, PACU
Covenant Hospital Parkwest
06.2011 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Covenant Hospital Parkwest
12.2006 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Covenant Hospital-Parkwest
01.2004 - 12.2006
Regional Catagory Specialist
CVS Drug Store
01.1984 - 06.2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane County Community College
Certification/License - EMT-IV
Chattanooga State Community College
High School Diploma -
Mcminn High School
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