Whitney Draper
Springport,IN
Summary
Accomplished New Graduate RN with a proven track record at Henry Community Health, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in clinical judgment and patient education, consistently fostering health promotion and team coordination. Achieved a significant reduction in medication errors, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in nursing practice. New Graduate RN prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
New Graduate RN
Henry Community Health
12.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Student Nurse Extern
Henry Community Health
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
Patient Care Tech
Henry Community Health
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Certified Medical Assistant
Ascension
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
New Castle, IN12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Harrison College
Anderson12-2015
High School Diploma -
Tri Jr. Sr. High School
Straughn, IN05-2006
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Health promotion
- Direct patient care
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
Timeline
New Graduate RN
Henry Community Health
12.2024 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Henry Community Health
05.2024 - 11.2024
Patient Care Tech
Henry Community Health
08.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
12.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Ascension
06.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
02.2020 - 06.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
01.2017 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Harrison College
High School Diploma -
Tri Jr. Sr. High School
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