High School Nurse

Christine Bleakney

Email: ********@**-*******.***

Address:

City: Spokane

State: WA

Zip: 99224

Country: USA

Phone: 509-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

I have been absent from the work field since 2001. I had decided to devote all my time to my last child. I believe in constant growth, so I went back to school in 2006. I currently am working toward my Ph.d in psychology. My goal in life is to better my being from experience and growth. I am now in the process of changing my career, but I have keep my skills current through schooling and volunteer work. Thank you for your time and consideration!

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from University of Phoenix, Spokane WA 1/2001 to 9/2012 (Psychology)

High School Dipolma from Eastern Washington University, Spokane WA 1/2001 to 9/2012

High School Dipolma from North Seattle Community College, Spokane WA 1/2001 to 9/2012

High School Dipolma from Sehome High school, Spokane WA 1/2001 to 9/2012

Job History / Details:

Summary

I have been absent from the work field since 2001. I had decided to devote all my time to my last child. I believe in constant growth, so I went back to school in 2006. I currently am working toward my Ph.d in psychology. My goal in life is to better my being from experience and growth.

I am now in the process of changing my career, but I have keep my skills current through schooling and volunteer work.

Thank you for your time and consideration!

Highlights

18 years of nursing

Excellent knowledge in medical documentation

Medical coding

Specialty in acute care

Excellent managerial skill

Excellent knowledge of Human Behavior and Psychology

Accomplishments

Deans List 2006-2012

National Deans List 2008

Nursing school and State Boards of nursing 1987

Experience

9/30/2012 12:00:00 AM

Stevens Hospital Seattle, Washinton

Nurse

Administration of medication

Wound treatments

Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.

Delegated staff nurse duties.

Trained new staff on quality control procedures.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

9/30/2012 12:00:00 AM

West Seattle Psychiatric Hospital Seattle, Washington

Nurse

Administration of medication and Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Performed lab tests and communicated results.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with Psychiatric illness.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.

Created and maintained all absentee calendars, agency nurse schedules and staff meeting minutes.

Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases.

Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.

Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Managed caseload of 20 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.

August 1998 to June 2001

Independent Nursing Agency Seattle, Washington

Nurse

Various Jobs, including last two previous jobs.

September 1995 to June 1998

Polyclinic Broadway Seattle, Washington

Nurse /Back and front office

Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.

Performed lab tests and communicated results.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.

Followed infection control procedures.

Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.

August 1989 to May 1995

Austin nursing care center Seattle, Wa

Evening Charge Nursing

Oversaw and managed 42 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.

Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.

Led CNA training program and conducted classes for prospective CNAs. Oversaw the training of 28 staff.

Effectively managed clinical oversight for 44 -bed unit.

Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures. and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.

Education

University of Phoenix Spokane, Washington

Current Psychology

2008 Eastern Washington University Spokane, Washington

Associate of Science General

1987 North Seattle Community College Seattle, Washington

Practical Nursing Nursing

1981 Sehome High school Bellingham, Washington

High School Diploma General

Affiliations

American Nurses Association (ANA) Member

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