Valerie Turner
Muskogee,OK
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee. Proven expertise in medication administration and patient assessments, enhancing care quality through effective collaboration and education. Committed to patient safety and infection control, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes while fostering strong relationships with patients and families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to medical staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patients' needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline processes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
LPN Office Nurse
Cherokee Nation Three Rivers Health Center
04.2010 - 04.2024
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and reported significant findings to the healthcare providers promptly.
- Administered vaccinations and medications, promoting proper adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
Medical Assistant
Wade Pediatrics
01.2005 - 04.2010
- Administered vaccinations and medications to pediatric patients, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted in patient intake procedures, gathering medical histories and vital signs efficiently.
- Managed electronic health records, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing office workflow and reducing wait times for families.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Connors State College
Muskogee, OK05-2023
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Green Country Vo Tech
Okmulgee, OK11-2008
Skills
- Administered medications under direct supervision under the care of physician
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs
- Injections
- Inventory of vaccines
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- Procedural Sedation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee
04.2024 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Cherokee Nation Three Rivers Health Center
04.2010 - 04.2024
Medical Assistant
Wade Pediatrics
01.2005 - 04.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
Connors State College
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Green Country Vo Tech