Wendy McInteer
Hope Mills,NC
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, showcasing expertise in medication administration and patient assessments. Excelled in delivering compassionate, holistic care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring new staff, underpinned by a strong foundation in EMR/EHR and patient advocacy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
Fresenius Dialysis Center
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- 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.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- 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.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Nurse Intern
Sanderson Farms
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated and administered pharmacological treatment to employee illness and injury by using standard and ethical nursing practices.
- Assisted in worker''s compensation claims processing, facilitating prompt resolution for affected employees.
- Streamlined medical record keeping, maintaining efficient documentation of all employee cases.
- Conducted thorough pre-employment screenings, identifying potential risks before they impacted the workforce.
Jailer
Dallam-Hartley County Jail
03.2008 - 07.2013
- Ensured the well-being of inmates by conducting regular cell checks and monitoring their physical and mental health.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Improved overall facility cleanliness with thorough inspections and adherence to sanitation guidelines.
- Handled intake processing efficiently, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and promptly.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies using appropriate protocol, contributing to a safer environment for both staff and inmates involved in incidents.
- Conducted thorough searches of cells, common areas, and visitors'' belongings according to established security procedures preventing contraband entry into the jail facility.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Reduced inmate altercations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
- Fostered positive relationships with community partners including law enforcement agencies, courts, and social service organizations for seamless coordination of inmate care.
- Examined incoming and outgoing mail to detect contraband.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism while interacting with inmates, colleagues, and external stakeholders, upholding the reputation of the facility.
- Supported administrative tasks such as coordinating visitation schedules, answering phones, and filing reports as needed for smooth daily operations.
- Drove passenger vehicles and trucks to transport inmates to other institutions, courtrooms, hospitals and work sites.
- Administered drug tests to inmates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05.2020
High School Diploma -
Coldwater High School
Coldwater, MI06.1989
No Degree - Data Entry
Branch Area Careers Center
Coldwater, MISkills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Licensed RN
- EMR / EHR
- Case Management
- BLS
- NCI certification (Non-violent crisis intervention)
Affiliations
- North Carolina Nurses association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
Fresenius Dialysis Center
06.2020 - 04.2022
Nurse Intern
Sanderson Farms
04.2020 - 06.2020
Jailer
Dallam-Hartley County Jail
03.2008 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Fayetteville Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Coldwater High School
No Degree - Data Entry
Branch Area Careers Center
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