Vivian Bidwell
Johnson City,NY
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for delivering high-quality services to community members. Committed to upholding the highest standards of patient care and continuously expanding expertise in the field. Focused on making a positive impact through compassionate care and attention to detail, contributing to the well-being of those in need.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Upstate Medical University Hospital
03.2018 - 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Food Service/DAT/DDSCTA/DSA
Broome Developmental Center
12.2006 - 05.2018
- I started off as a food service worker, preparing meals for individuals according to their strict diet plans.
- Over my time at BDC I changed positions to where I am now as a DSA.
- Job functions of a DSA include a wide variety of person-centered supports and services involving advocating for, encouraging, guiding and teaching individuals in expressing personal choice, developing daily living skills and habits, taking care of their personal needs, assuring community integration, ensuring for their health and safety, and maintaining a healthy, safe home environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
Upstate Medical University
Syracuse, NY05.2021
AAS - NURSING
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Binghamton, NY01.2017
AAS - BUSINESS MARKETING & MANAGEMENT
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Binghamton, NY01.2015
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Organization and time management
- Verbal communication
Certification
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Upstate Medical University Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Food Service/DAT/DDSCTA/DSA
Broome Developmental Center
12.2006 - 05.2018
Bachelor - Nursing
Upstate Medical University
AAS - NURSING
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
AAS - BUSINESS MARKETING & MANAGEMENT
BROOME COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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