Toni Pritchett
Blackwood,NJ
Summary
Compassionate, patient-focused Registered Nurse with seventeen years of critical care experience. Nurse advocate for critically ill patients and family members. Providing specialized expertise, knowledge, and skills to patients' needs to reach good outcomes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes
2023.03 - Current
- Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
- Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
- Participates in clinical decision-making.
- Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
- Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team.
- Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
- Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.
- Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.
Electrophysiology Lab Recovery, RN
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes
2021.05 - 2023.03
- Enhanced patient care by implementing innovative electrophysiology techniques and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for patients with cardiac arrhythmias.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, attentive care during electrophysiology procedures.
- Reduced procedure times with efficient preparation and organization of equipment and supplies.
- Improved patient outcomes through continuous monitoring of vital signs and ECG tracings during procedures.
- Ensured patient safety during invasive procedures by adhering to strict infection control protocols and sterile practices.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support throughout the treatment process.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
West Jersey Virtua Health
2011.11 - 2021.05
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions 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.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Salem County
2008.10 - 2015.04
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Jefferson Health System Inc.
2007.05 - 2008.02
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions 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.
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
2006.10 - 2007.04
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership & Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University
Chester, PA01.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ05.2003
Skills
- Rapid Response Charge Nurse
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Preceptor
- Magnet Champion Leader
- Intravenous therapy comprehension
- Management of ventilators and other airway support devices
- Continuous renal replacement therapy (Next Stage)
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Strategic Decision-Making & Problem Solving
- Management and titration of drugs; vasopressors, paralytics, cardiac agents, blood products, and sedatives
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Electronic health records
- Initiating and maintaining Arterial and Central venous pressure lines
- Electrophysiology Procedure; ablations, watchman device, pacemakers, defibrillators and groin management and complications
- External Ventricular Drain Monitoring and Management.
- Comprehensive Stroke Care and Management of neuro patients
- Leadership ability; effective communication, teamwork, interpersonal skills, delegation, conflict resolution, attention to detail, and multi-tasking
- Comprehensive care and management of Transplant patients (Liver and Kidney)
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, 09/2024
- Basic Life Support Certification, 09/2024
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society
- Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society
Affiliations
eICU Clinical Readiness Group-Virtua Leadership
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes
2023.03 - Current
Electrophysiology Lab Recovery, RN
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes
2021.05 - 2023.03
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
West Jersey Virtua Health
2011.11 - 2021.05
Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital of Salem County
2008.10 - 2015.04
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Jefferson Health System Inc.
2007.05 - 2008.02
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
2006.10 - 2007.04
Master of Science - Leadership & Management
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Widener University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Camden County College
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, 09/2024
- Basic Life Support Certification, 09/2024
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