VERONICA BRIDGEFORTH
Charleston,IL
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with a multi-specialty background, including medical-surgical/telemetry and ambulatory procedural experience. Skilled in fast-paced environments, consistently prioritizing patient needs, and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities to ensure effective collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Procedural
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the developing of nursing protocols and procedures to improve quality of care.
- Assessed pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient conditions, monitored vital signs, and administered medications.
- Served as a surgical scrub nurse for multiple types of procedures, including vertebral bone biopsy, augmentation of vertebral bone/kyphoplasty, tumor radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulator trial insertion, radiofrequency joint denervation, epidural and joint steroid injections, nerve blocks
- Developed individualized discharge plans that included post-discharge instructions for follow up care.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Acted as a preceptor for new nurses entering the ambulatory procedural setting by providing guidance on best practices related to patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, including arranging follow-up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs
- Responded to emergent situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
Unit Secretary, Medical Inpatient
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
12.2018 - 06.2022
- Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Scheduled patient appointments, answered incoming calls, and assisted with inquiries.
- Greeted patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Arranged hospital admissions for patients as required.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Patient Care Technician/CNA, Medical Surgical Unit
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
12.2017 - 06.2022
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Student Nurse Extern, Operating Room
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to hospital policies on infection control practices, such as hand washing techniques and proper disposal of contaminated items.
- Ensured all surgical instruments and equipment were properly sterilized and organized for accessibility.
- Transferred patients from the operating room to recovery
- Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted medical equipment settings to maintain patient stability during surgery.
- Assisted surgical team in donning sterile gowns, gloves, and masks to maintain a sterile environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland College
Mattoon, IL05-2022
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing Studies
Lakeland College
Mattoon, IL05-2020
Skills
- Organization
- Time management
- Communication
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Patient advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Patient care
- Infectious disease control
- EMR / EHR
Licenses
- Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois: 041532998
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Accomplishments
- Completion of ANCC Accredited Practice Transition Program- RN Nurse Residency Program
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Procedural
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
06.2022 - 02.2024
Student Nurse Extern, Operating Room
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Unit Secretary, Medical Inpatient
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
12.2018 - 06.2022
Patient Care Technician/CNA, Medical Surgical Unit
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
12.2017 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lakeland College
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing Studies
Lakeland College
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