Tracy Fields
Shawano
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Greentree Health and Rehabilitation, excelling in staff education and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical thinking and effective multidisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in nursing staff supervision and documentation, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in care delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Greentree Health and Rehabilitation
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Registered Nurse
The Pines Post Acute and Memory Care
10.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Pines Post Acute and Memory Care
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen Health Services
11.2015 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Green Bay, WI09-2023
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Strong work ethic
- Staff scheduling
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Long-term care
- Critical thinking
- Documentation and reporting
- Clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Nursing staff supervision
- Effective multitasking
Affiliations
- National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long-Term Care (NADONA)
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Greentree Health and Rehabilitation
02.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse
The Pines Post Acute and Memory Care
10.2023 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Pines Post Acute and Memory Care
01.2022 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen Health Services
11.2015 - 03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
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