Virginia Richardson
Summerton,SC
Summary
Experienced nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven team member.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
McLeod Health Clarendon
03.2017 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Palmetto Health Tuomey
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of all surgical processes, enhancing communication among medical professionals involved in each case.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Assisted in successful surgeries by providing necessary instruments and supplies to the surgeon in a timely manner.
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
Medical-Surgical RN
Clarendon Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - 01.2016
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, SC08.2013
Skills
- Intake and discharge
- Delegation and Motivation
- Medical Supply Management
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR/AED
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Wound Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
McLeod Health Clarendon
03.2017 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Palmetto Health Tuomey
11.2016 - 03.2017
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2016 - 10.2016
Medical-Surgical RN
Clarendon Memorial Hospital
09.2013 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
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