Valerie Ford
Brenham ,TX
Summary
At Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, I excelled as a Charge Nurse, enhancing nursing care efficiency and patient outcomes. My adept decision-making and compassionate approach underpin my clinical leadership, significantly mentoring junior staff. I'm known for streamlining workflows and fostering a supportive, professional environment, demonstrating a balanced blend of hard and soft skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2014 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Clinic Nurse
The Brenham Clinic
10.2013 - 03.2014
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
Education
Nursing
Blinn College
Brenham, TX08.2013
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Brenham Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2014 - Current
Clinic Nurse
The Brenham Clinic
10.2013 - 03.2014
Nursing
Blinn College
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