Patient Advocate Registered Nurse

Sherry Fletcher

Clintwood, VA ***** 276-***-**** adv27b@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Skills

Medical Screening

Unit Administration

Patient Monitoring

Creative Problem Solving

Medical Recordkeeping

Experience

REGISTERED NURSE 09/2017 - Current

Red Onion State Prison - Pound, VA

Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results. Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments. Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records. Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs. Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards. Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork. Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization. Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process. Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support. Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies. Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions. Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects. REGISTERED NURSE 02/1996 - 10/1997

Holston Valley Medical Center - Kingsport, TN

Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results. Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments. Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records. Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs. Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.

Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards. Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork. Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization. Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process. Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support. Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies. Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions. Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects. RN OPERATING ROOM SUPERVISOR 12/1993 - 01/1996

Dickenson county medical center - Clintwood, VA

supervised up to 5 lpn/rn nursing staff. circulated cases,worked post anesthesia care unit. Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.

Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.

Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.

Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance. Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs. Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns. Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.

Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors. Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology. Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis. Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care. Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.

Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions. Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.

Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude. Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions. Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures. Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas. Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling. Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients. Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans. Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans. Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.

Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition. Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans. Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management. Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches. Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities. Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies. Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols. Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations. Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care. Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients. Education and Training

Southwest Virginia Community College - Richlands, VA Associate of Science Nursing, 1994

have taken multiple courses required to maintain nursing license references

NAME :Cathy Ramey Registered Nurse @ Wise Correctional Unit 18 PHONE : 1-864-***-**** 3602 Bear Ln, Coburn,Virgina, 24230 1-276-***-**** ADD3602RESS: Unknown

NAME: Leeanne Gibson RN. Past coworker @ Red Onion PHONE: 1-276-***-****

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NAME: Jonna Bledsoe Past supervisor @ Red Onion

PHONE: 1-276-***-****

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