Virginia Crowder
Galena,KS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Freeman Health System, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Skilled in wound care and patient education, fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and independence.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
04.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
CNA
Orlando Lutheran Towers
03.2014 - 03.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
CMT
Manor Care Health Services
02.2006 - 03.2015
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and overall satisfaction levels.
- Reduced errors in medication administration with thorough documentation and verification processes.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance expectations as outlined by supervisors, demonstrating commitment to excellence in CMT practice.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues across various disciplines, facilitating effective collaboration on complex cases.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding patients'' personal information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College
Neosho, MO12-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Insulin medication assistance
Accomplishments
I have nominated 3 times for the Daisy Award for my compassion and patient care in the short time of being a nurse.
Certification
NIH stroke
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
04.2018 - Current
CNA
Orlando Lutheran Towers
03.2014 - 03.2018
CMT
Manor Care Health Services
02.2006 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pittsburg State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College
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