Virginia Pirie
Woodruff,WI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse, with nearly 30 years of service, recognized for productive and efficient nursing management. Skilled in patient assessment, education and collaboration to provide exceptional care. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care and education through empathy, patience, and active listening. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, research driven care. A collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff, developing educational curriculum, andl review. Multimodal eductional implementation including virtual, in-person and simulation educational learning platforms. Experienced nursing professional with demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and education.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Clinical Orientation Specialist
AdventHealth Central Florida
Orlando , FL
12.2020 - 08.2024
- Analyzed data from employee surveys to identify trends in learning behaviors.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end resul
- Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
- Utilized various assessment techniques including quizzes, tests, projects and presentations to evaluate learner progress and engagement.
- Integrated multi-media tools such as videos, slideshows, audio recordings into lessons when appropriate.
- Researched best practices in nursing education to ensure quality standards are met.
- Created a positive learning environment through active engagement with students.
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student learn
- Organized and facillitated clinical learning sessions for nursing and patient care techs.
System Educator for Women's
AdventHealth Central Florida
Orlando, FL
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Organized and facilitated clinical laboratory sessions for nursing students.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
- Provided guidance, support and mentorship to nursing students throughout their academic program.
- Conducted classroom lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials in areas of expertise.
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, handouts, presentations and assessments.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare industry trends by attending conferences and workshops.
- Researched best practices in nursing education to ensure quality standards are met.
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
Assistant Nurse Manager Perinatal High Risk Unit
AdventHealth Central Florida
Orlando , FL
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for clinical operations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure continuity of care.
- Developed staffing plans to meet patient needs and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Monitored daily operations of the nursing department, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
- Provided education regarding disease processes and treatments to nurses, physicians, families, and other healthcare providers.
- Performed physical assessments on patients as needed.
- Facilitated communication among all levels of healthcare personnel within the organization.
- Mentored new employees through orientation programs.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.
- Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
- Monitored and documented patient care to oversee employee and patient safety, hygiene, and protection.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
AdventHealth Central Florida
Orlando, FL
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Took vital signs of patients including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Responded promptly to any life-threatening situations that may arise in the Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Adhered to strict infection control protocols when handling infectious materials or disposing of contaminated items.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
- Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
- Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Prepared delivery rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Instructed and supervised nursing students and new hires in labor and delivery procedures.
- Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Patient Care Facilitator
Maple Grove Hospital
Maple Grove , MN
11.2009 - 01.2016
- Assisted physicians with treatments and procedures.
- Maintained patient records including medical history and test results.
- Educated patients on preventive care measures and lifestyle changes that promote health.
- Assisted with the daily management of the OB Unit, Special Care Nursery, and Pediatrics operations.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems for documentation purposes.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy before submitting them to the physician.
- Liaised effectively with patients, doctors and staff members, assessing medical charts and promoting high level of communication and interaction.
- Assured regulatory compliance and professionalism across patient service.
- Tracked patient outcomes and prepared reports for healthcare providers.
- Coordinated care plans for patients by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals and specialists.
- Developed and implemented patient care policies and procedures to improve service quality.
- Implemented patient care coordination programs aimed at improving patient health outcomes.
- Addressed and resolved patient concerns and complaints in a timely and empathetic manner.
- Conducted patient satisfaction surveys and implemented feedback to enhance care coordination.
- Organized and led patient care meetings with healthcare teams to discuss treatment plans.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative staff to meet patient needs.
- Compiled information from patients and caregivers or family members to identify care concerns.
Register Nurse Labor and Delivery
North Memorial Medical Center
Robbinsdale, MN
01.2001 - 03.2011
- Provided patient education on labor progression and delivery techniques.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as amniocentesis, forceps deliveries, cesarean sections, and vacuum extractions.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders for pain management or induction of labor.
- Educated patients about postpartum care including breastfeeding support and newborn care basics.
- Assessed and monitored fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs, and uterine contractions during labor.
- Performed vaginal exams to assess cervical dilation, effacement, and fetal station.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members regarding patient assessment data and plan of care implementation.
- Served as a liaison between the family and patient and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care.
- Performed initial assessments on newly admitted patients to determine level of care needed.
- Instructed new mothers on proper infant feeding techniques.
- Provided emotional support to laboring women throughout the birthing process.
- Identified any potential complications during labor that may require intervention from a physician.
- Cared for neonates immediately after birth, providing necessary resuscitation efforts when necessary.
- Discharged patients after discussing postpartum instructions with them or their families.
- Initiated IV lines for administration of fluids or medications prior to delivery.
- Ensured appropriate documentation was completed for each patient according to hospital policy.
- Supervised nursing staff in providing quality care to laboring mothers in accordance with standards of practice.
- Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
- Collaborated with obstetricians, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Provided support and coaching to mothers during labor and delivery processes.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carroll College/Columbia College of Nursing
Waukesha, WI05-1995
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-1992
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Data Collection
- Patient education and counseling
- Nursing Plan Development
- ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Learning assessment
- Online Teaching
- Mentoring abilities
- Effective Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Performance Evaluation
- Professional Development
- Research methods
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Course Planning
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Program Development
- Professionalism
- Curriculum Development
- Technology Integration
Certification
- Florida Multistate Registered Nursing License # RN9425543 Active
Timeline
Registered Nurse Clinical Orientation Specialist
AdventHealth Central Florida
12.2020 - 08.2024
System Educator for Women's
AdventHealth Central Florida
03.2018 - 12.2020
Assistant Nurse Manager Perinatal High Risk Unit
AdventHealth Central Florida
01.2017 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
AdventHealth Central Florida
02.2016 - 02.2017
Patient Care Facilitator
Maple Grove Hospital
11.2009 - 01.2016
Register Nurse Labor and Delivery
North Memorial Medical Center
01.2001 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carroll College/Columbia College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Florida State University
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