TRACIE STRAIGHT
Registered Nurse
Weirton,WV
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health RN
VA Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - Current
- Updated physicians on patient test results and developed effective care plans.
- Oversaw patient admissions and discharges, ensuring compliance with related paperwork.
- Provided emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and caregivers.
- Administered pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments for various disorders.
- Engaged in weekly supervision meetings to refine case management strategies.
- Coordinated inter-departmental activities to enhance case management efficiency.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings for comprehensive case management planning.
Psych Travel RN
Medical Solutions
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and interviews to identify tailored interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and available resources.
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring access to essential services and support.
- Developed discharge plans that ensured continuity of care following hospitalization.
RN
East Liverpool City Hospital
East Liverpool, OH
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered patient care across diverse clinical settings within hospital.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families regarding health management and recovery strategies.
- Maintained accurate medical records utilizing electronic health record systems.
RN Case Manager
Carter Home Healthcare
Steubenville, OH
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations to ensure holistic support.
- Assessed patient needs through regular home visits and evaluations to identify critical requirements.
- Communicated progress towards goals with family members to enhance care collaboration.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources, providing additional support services as needed.
- Evaluated physical, mental, and psychosocial health status to create individualized care plans.
RN Staff Nurse
Weirton Medical Center
Weirton, WV
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments, and medications.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
- Monitored patient conditions, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Maintained reports to ensure seamless transitions between shifts regarding full patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to implement individualized care plans.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at enhancing satisfaction and improving health outcomes through high-quality nursing care.
LPN/RN
Northwood Health Systems
Weirton, WV
11.2015 - 06.2020
- Administered prescribed medications while monitoring patient responses for effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and strategies for disease prevention.
- Ensured accuracy and currency of clinical documentation in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to tailor individualized care plans.
LPN
Lifecare Hospital of Pittsburgh
12.2013 - 12.2015
- Developed care plans through collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records utilizing electronic health systems.
LPN
Sisters of Mercy
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
12.2011 - 12.2013
- Conducted physical assessments, documenting vital signs and health history.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake/output levels, glucose levels, and test results.
- Facilitated communication with patients and healthcare team regarding care plans and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN To ADN
08.2019 - 05/2020
Certificate - LPN
Skills
- Admission and discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- EHR management
- SBAR communication
- Patient education
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Care plan development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavioral Health RN - VA Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Psych Travel RN - Medical Solutions
02.2022 - 06.2023
RN - East Liverpool City Hospital
04.2021 - 02.2022
RN Case Manager - Carter Home Healthcare
01.2021 - 04.2021
RN Staff Nurse - Weirton Medical Center
10.2020 - 12.2020
Kent State University - Associate of Science, LPN To ADN
08.2019 - 05/2020
LPN/RN - Northwood Health Systems
11.2015 - 06.2020
LPN - Lifecare Hospital of Pittsburgh
12.2013 - 12.2015
LPN - Sisters of Mercy
12.2011 - 12.2013
Eastern Gateway Community College - Certificate, LPN