Wendy Bowen
Maineville,OH
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UC West Chester Hospital, excelling in emergency response and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, contributing to quality improvement initiatives in high-pressure environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UC West Chester Hospital
10.2021 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation for accurate health records.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering quality care to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Administered emergency medications and treatments per established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
- Level III trauma center
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in high-pressure situations.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance safety and patient outcomes.
- Optimized resource utilization in the ER by managing supplies inventory levels and identifying opportunities to reduce waste.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the emergency department, contributing ideas for process enhancements based on clinical experiences and patient feedback.
Registered Nurse
TriHealth
06.2003 - 09.2021
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment care and resources available.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices for emergency response procedures.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered emergency medications and treatments per established protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the emergency department, contributing ideas for process enhancements based on clinical experiences and patient feedback.
Registered Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
01.1997 - 05.2003
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting adherence to health recommendations.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and tailor interventions accordingly.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Kennestone Hospital
11.1995 - 12.1996
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted patient assessments, accurately identifying health issues and coordinating timely interventions for optimal recovery.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St, Mary's College
Winona, MN05-1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St. Catherine
05-1990
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- Emergency response
- Patient relations
- Emergency procedures
- Chest pain management
- Emergency care
- Cardiac care
- Hospice and palliative care
Certification
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- TNCC Certified
- ACLS, PALS, BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UC West Chester Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
TriHealth
06.2003 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
01.1997 - 05.2003
Registered Nurse
Kennestone Hospital
11.1995 - 12.1996
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St, Mary's College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of St. Catherine
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