Tracy Weir
Starke,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Hospital
Fleming Island, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to medical telemetry patients.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, telemetry data, and overall health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective care planning and implementation, resulting in optimized patient care.
- Provided comprehensive education on medications, treatments, and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records, ensuring timely communication among healthcare team members and proper documentation of patient progress.
- Administered prescribed medications and therapies safely, adhering to strict protocols for dosage calculation, drug interactions, and potential side effects.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Alachua County Jail
Gainesville, FL
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Home Health Nurse
Shands Home Care
Gainesville, FL
07.2007 - 01.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough health assessments and developing personalized care plans.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and wound care.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by acting as a liaison for all parties involved in the care process.
- Served as a reliable resource for families seeking guidance on navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for their loved ones'' needs.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV therapy administration, tracheostomy care maintenance under physician supervision when required.
RN Case Manager
Shands Teaching Hospital
Gainesville, FL
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
North Florida Hospital
Gainesville
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL06.2005
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Preventive Healthcare
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Examination
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- PICC Lines
- Infection Control Procedures
- Dressing Changes
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Care Plan Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Case Management
- Staff education and training
- Decision-Making
- Nursing Documentation
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Wound Care
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Intake and discharge
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Certification
- Shands Staff Award for Clinical Excellence 2008
- Nightingale Community Leadership Award 2021
Timeline
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Alachua County Jail
01.2022 - 10.2022
RN Case Manager
Shands Teaching Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
Home Health Nurse
Shands Home Care
07.2007 - 01.2022
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
North Florida Hospital
06.2005 - 07.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Fe College