Viola Steel
Bedford,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients with chronic and acute conditions in high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hard working RN with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Specailty Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
ADON
Bath Manor Special Care Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Participated in regulatory surveys conducted by external agencies, demonstrating compliance with established standards of practice and delivering high-quality patient care services consistently across all aspects of operations.
ADON
Beachwood Pointe Care Center
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
LPN
Grand Pavilion Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 12.2017
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Education
MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner -
Youngstown State University
04.2025
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana Wesleyan University
02.2020
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Hondros College of Nursing
05.2017
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
ATS Institute of Technology
07.2011
Skills
- Effective collaborative communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Resourceful
- Critical thinking and Problem Solving
- Caring, Passionate and empathetic
- Clinical Examination and decision making
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documentation and Charting
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Specailty Hospital
01.2021 - Current
ADON
Bath Manor Special Care Center
05.2019 - 12.2020
ADON
Beachwood Pointe Care Center
08.2017 - 05.2019
LPN
Grand Pavilion Rehabilitation Center
11.2011 - 12.2017
MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner -
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Science -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Hondros College of Nursing
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
ATS Institute of Technology
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