Vickie Geer
DCH Regional Medical Center
TUSCALOOSA,AL
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Compassionate registered nurse with expertise in patient assessments, education, and direct care. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Work History
Registered Nurse
8 Years 5 Months- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional development and ensuring compliance with best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Coordinated patient care activities during surgical procedures to enhance team efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting recovery and reducing complications.
- Streamlined pre-operative assessments, improving patient flow and reducing surgery delays.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
Registered Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Conducted assessments of patient conditions, utilizing critical thinking to inform clinical decisions effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and minimizing hospital-acquired infections.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and post-discharge care requirements.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
Registered Nurse
5 Years 1 Month- Delivered high-quality patient care during labor and delivery processes.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs to ensure safety.
- Educated patients on childbirth options and postpartum recovery strategies.
- Implemented best practices that enhanced patient satisfaction scores significantly.
- Coordinated emergency response actions during critical delivery situations.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in the labor unit.
- Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
Rn Nicu
5 Years 4 Months- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure timely interventions and patient safety.
Registered Nurse
2 Years 3 Months- Streamlined triage processes, improving patient flow and reducing wait times significantly.
- Conducted patient assessments, accurately documenting medical history and vital signs for optimal care delivery.
- Coordinated with trauma teams during critical situations, enhancing collaborative response efforts for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Patient assessment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
IV setup
Patient management
Certification
ACLS
BCLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
03.2018 - 08.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 03.2018Read More
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 09.2017Read More
Rn Nicu
DCH Regional Medical Center
09.2006 - 01.2012Read More
Registered Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.2004 - 09.2006Read More
Shelton State Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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