Tori Clayton
Camby,IN
Summary
Experienced Resource Registered Nurse skilled in PCU, med/surg, emergency, oncology, cardiac, psychiatry, orthopedic, neurological, and surgical care. Strong in patient assessment, critical thinking, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care. Demonstrates effective communication and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Resource
IU Health Bloomington
Camby, IN
01.2017 - Current
- Delivered bedside nursing care across IU Health Bloomington resource pool units
- Administered medications and monitored responses for safety and comfort
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments, assessing vital signs, monitoring fluid balance, and providing wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans with the care team
- Coordinated communication between patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff to ensure continuity of care
- Responded to urgent patient needs and supported rapid clinical decisions
- Adapted quickly to changing unit assignments and patient care priorities
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Executed emergency measures following established protocols.
- Monitored laboratory results and took appropriate action when indicated.
- Conducted post-operative assessments to monitor progress towards recovery goals.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home or long-term care facilities, enhancing recovery support.
- Assessed pain level and developed effective strategies for managing symptoms associated with chronic conditions.
- Adhered to infection control policies while providing compassionate end-of-life support services.
- Trained newly hired nurses on unit specific policies and procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on patient safety priorities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure best practice standards for patient care.
- Assisted physicians in performing procedures such as catheter insertion or removal.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and medications to empower informed health decisions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bloomington, IN 08.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Wound care
- Lab result interpretation
- Acute care expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient education
- Clear communication
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Resource
IU Health Bloomington
01.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
08.2014 - 05.2017