Registered nurse with extensive experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and quality control. Demonstrated success in leading quality improvement initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective teamwork and communication.
Compassionate professional with a robust foundation in critical care nursing. Notable for exceptional patient assessment skills and a commitment to quality improvement, ready to drive impactful changes in healthcare delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center
Hartsville
09.2024 - Current
Educated patients and families about disease management and health maintenance.
Assisted in diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders and established protocols.
Monitored vital signs and provided timely interventions for critical patients.
Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Director of Quality Management
Select Medical
Florence
08.2018 - 08.2024
Led cross-functional teams in implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Developed quality management protocols for patient care services.
Trained staff on best practices for quality assurance and patient safety.
Streamlined reporting systems for tracking quality metrics and outcomes.
Oversaw accreditation processes to maintain high standards of care delivery.
Maintained accurate documentation related to all quality assurance activities performed.
Reviewed qualitative customer feedback to address quality issues such as.
Discovered opportunities for performance improvement through data analysis and report assessment.
Remained updated on latest state and federal regulations to serve as internal regulatory resource.