Tracy Seaton
Registered Nurse
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 20+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to all aged patients. Knowledgeable about pre and post op requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Driven nursing professional experienced in primary care and licensed in AZ. Compassionate, caring and comfortable working with people of all backgrounds. Assists with surgical procedures, restocking supplies and updating electronic health records.
Accomplished PACU Nurse proudly offering more than 11 years' expertise in the healthcare field. Strong capacity to work with physicians to develop successful patient care plans.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Admit and PACU
Southwest Endoscopy And Surgery Center
Gilbert, AZ
10.2012 - Current
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Staff Nurse
East Valley Endoscopy
Mesa, AZ
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
Patient education
undefinedAdditional Information
Moved here from IL 12years ago. I received my nursing license in IL 1998. Worked in St.Joseph hospital as a CNA and RN for approximately 4 years. Moved to family practice nursing for 11 years.nIn 2010 moved to AZ. I did keep both IL and AZ licenses for about 5 years and decided to just keep the AZ license active.
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Admit and PACU
Southwest Endoscopy And Surgery Center
10.2012 - Current
Staff Nurse
East Valley Endoscopy
10.2011 - 09.2012
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Joliet Junior College
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