Tracy Bell
Marshalltown,Iowa
Summary
Well-rounded and personable Hospice Nurse determined to give patients superior level of care while ensuring dignity. Proudly offering more than Twenty-five years' expertise in nursing field. Skilled in pain management, symptom control, and emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and reliability in high-stress environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Iowa River Hospice
Marshalltown, IA
01.2024 - Current
- Administered comprehensive pain management protocols to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients and families.
- Educated patients and caregivers on end-of-life processes, fostering understanding and emotional support.
- Led nursing staff in implementing best practices for symptom management and palliative care.
- Enhanced documentation practices using electronic health records to ensure accurate patient information tracking.
- Provided physical assessments and vital signs monitoring to promptly identify any changes in condition or decline in functioning levels.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure open communication and continuity of care.
- Mentored and precepted new nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment for team collaboration and growth.
- Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decision making.
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
Council Bluffs, IA
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Provided high-quality patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple states.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective patient treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies based on individual needs and conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, improving understanding of medical procedures and treatments.
- Administered patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
Travel Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
Newton, IA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Administered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple facilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, recognizing and responding to changes effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
Travel Nurse
CrossMed Medical Staffing
Omaha, NE
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Evaluate and stabilize patients by managing varying acuity and conditions.
- Collaborating with physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate and maintain quality care while achieving desired treatment outcomes.
- Remaining aware of patients needs and responding quickly to changes in condition and response to treatment.
- Preforming as a leader in the department, orienting new nurses to the department and collaborating with management regarding processes and changes to processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
MDS Coordinator
Premier Estates
Toledo, IA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Evaluate, plan and ensure the implementation of the plan of care for adults living in the care center.
- Reporting the level of care for each individual living in the facility to Medicare.
- Supporting the direct care staff through education and training.
- Advocating for the residents by providing a holistic care plan.
Charge Nurse, Long Term Care
State Center Specialty Care
State Center, IA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and delivered treatment according to physician orders, facility policies and state licensing requirements.
- Facilitated communication between members of the multidisciplinary team to achieve desired resident outcomes.
- Supervised medication administration by certified medication aids as well as direct care of resident by certified nursing assistants.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Staff Nurse
Clive Behavioral Health
Clive, IA
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Evaluated patients (adolescents and adults) throughout the shift to assess conditions, behaviors and responses to treatment.
- Prepared and administered medications in line with treatment goals and dispensing policies.
- Informed physician of patient condition and changing needs.
- Identified deviations and wellness changes and made necessary recommendations, adjustments and reports.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options and possible outcomes.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, employing de-escalation techniques to maintain patient safety.
Regional Account Executive
Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions
Des Moines, IA
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintain and obtain new relationships with medical offices and hospital discharge planers to seek referrals for specialty medication and home infusion medication.
- Working independently with guidance from management in Omaha
- Communicating routinely with contacts.
- Educating self on specialty medications and home infusion supplies.
- Developed and maintained strategic relationships with regional healthcare providers to enhance service offerings.
Mental Health Nurse
MercyOne Medical Center
Des Moines, IA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Implement structure and care plan set by physician and interdisciplinary team for acutely mentally ill adults.
- Monitor changes in medication side effects and patient condition.
- Address patient problems, issues and concerns via one-on-one discussions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, seminars, conferences related to mental health nursing best practices.
Emergency Room Nurse
UnityPoint Marshalltown
Marshalltown, IA
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Evaluated and cared for acutely ill persons under physician orders.
- Educated patients and families of disease and illness.
- Assessed need for, order, obtain and interpret appropriate lab tests.
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical conditions, ensuring timely interventions and support.
- Evaluated patient conditions through triage assessments, prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency.
- Conducted comprehensive patient education regarding discharge instructions and follow-up care to promote recovery.
- Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions.
Infusion Nurse
UnityPoint Marshalltown
Marshalltown, IA
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Provide outpatient medication and blood product infusion via peripheral IV access or central venous access device.
- Working independently under physician orders while monitoring for adverse reactions in patients.
- Monitored patient responses and documented vital signs in electronic health records.
Nurse Manager
Glenwood Place Assisted Living
Marshalltown, IA
07.2009 - 02.2012
- Managed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Assessed patient care, safety risk management, team satisfaction, index scores and facility maintenance.
- Educated staff of state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing home care services.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety compliance.
- Led a team of nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing staff performance through training initiatives.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to safety protocols and improve operational efficiency.
RN and House Supervisor
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center
Marshalltown, IA
06.2001 - 06.2009
- Demonstrate ability to lead and support healthcare teams.
- Worked for variety of departments, primarily intensive care.
- Cared for critically ill patients, assessed for status changes and worked closely with healthcare teams.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through training sessions and hands-on guidance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Community Health Education
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA01.1994
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Palliative care awareness
- Catastrophic emergency response training
- End-of-life care
- Care plan development
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Compassion and empathy
- Pain assessment
- Clinical documentation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 2-20 staff members.
- Achieved staff competency through effectively helping with staff development and annual competency fair training.
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
02.2026 - 05.2026
Travel Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
01.2025 - 01.2026
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Iowa River Hospice
01.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse
CrossMed Medical Staffing
06.2022 - 12.2024
MDS Coordinator
Premier Estates
01.2022 - 06.2022
Charge Nurse, Long Term Care
State Center Specialty Care
05.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse
Clive Behavioral Health
02.2021 - 06.2021
Regional Account Executive
Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions
08.2020 - 02.2021
Mental Health Nurse
MercyOne Medical Center
05.2020 - 08.2020
Emergency Room Nurse
UnityPoint Marshalltown
02.2012 - 04.2019
Infusion Nurse
UnityPoint Marshalltown
02.2012 - 04.2019
Nurse Manager
Glenwood Place Assisted Living
07.2009 - 02.2012
RN and House Supervisor
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center
06.2001 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Community Health Education
University of Northern Iowa
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Marshalltown Community College