RA Rebecca Addington

Clover, SC ***** 765-***-**** ad0bde@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

I am a patient advocate; I believe in holistic care which also means going above and beyond assigned duties. Seasoned Registered Nurse with over 26 years of experience providing compassionate patient care. Adept at coordinating nursing teams, care planning, and assessing patients. Well-versed in EMR systems. Highly experienced and well-trained nursing professional with sound clinical knowledge and judgment honed over 26 year career. Offering the knowledge and abilities necessary to deliver exceptional care to every patient. Valid BLS and ACLS certifications with full qualifications by American Heart Association. I am licensed as a Registered nurse in the state of South Carolina. SKILLS Patient assessments

Documenting vitals

Team coordination EMR systems

ADL assistance Care planning

Patient care Medication

administration

Administer medication Update

electronic charts

Monitor vital signs Wound care

Ventilation support Manage cases

Motivation Organization

Creative thinking Collaboration

Verbal communication Networking

Patient Condition Monitoring

Compassionate and Caring

Accurate Documentation

Patient Care Assessment

Clear Patient Communication

Blood Draw and Sample

Collection

Immunizations and Vaccinations

Monitoring Vital Signs

Epic Systems

Medication Side Effect Knowledge

Complex Problem-Solving

Patient and Family Advocacy

Learning Strategies

Judgment and Decision-Making

Pulmonary Conditions

Critical Thinking

Nursing Assignments

Heart Failure

Infection Control Procedures

Acute and Chronic Pain

Geriatrics

WORK HISTORY REGISTERED NURSE 11/2022 to 12/2022

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital Rock Hill SC Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options. Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Managed care from admission to discharge.

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans. Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings. Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

REGISTERED NURSE 12/2020 to 09/2022

Interim Healthcare Agency Indianapolis, IN

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions. Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Managed care from admission to discharge.

Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings. Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care. Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

REGISTERED NURSE 12/2019 to 12/2020

Riverview Hospital

Acute care rehab; med surg unit also

Providing care to patients with multiple comorbidities Patient assessments, medications, direct bedside care Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families Recognized changes requiring nursing intervention and implemented appropriate care to reduce risks

Maintained accurate and complete records

Provided top-notch care, implementing infection control procedures to protect patients and staff

Complied with HIPAA guidelines in all areas of work Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs RA

Identified deviations and wellness changes and made recommendations, adjustments, and reports

Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and possible outcomes

Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions

Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions

Kept the unit efficient by organizing instruments, preparing rooms and restocking supplies

Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions

Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records

Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs Administered local, intravenous and inhalation anesthetics based on patient conditions and procedural requirements

Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects.

REGISTERED NURSE 01/2016 to 11/2019

Ascension

I was employed at Seton for approximately two years, then transferred to oncology med surg

Maintained accurate and complete records

Maintained safe, caring environments for patients and families Informed physicians of changes in patient conditions and nursing needs Complied with HIPAA guidelines in all areas of work Identified deviations and wellness changes and made recommendations, adjustments, and reports

Recognized changes requiring nursing intervention and implemented appropriate care to reduce risks

Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and possible outcomes

Provided top-notch care, implementing infection control procedures to protect patients and staff

Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations

Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions

Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans

Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions

Administered local, intravenous and inhalation anesthetics based on patient conditions and procedural requirements

Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects

Kept the unit efficient by organizing instruments, preparing rooms and restocking supplies.

REGISTERED NURSE 12/2012 to 01/2016

Select Specialty Hospital LTAC Indianapolis, IN

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions. Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.

Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Managed care from admission to discharge.

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans. Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings. Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.

Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care. Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management. Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

LPN/RN 08/1997 to 05/2003

Long Term Care Indiana

Worked in various long term care facilities providing care to geriatric patients. Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.

Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.

Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges. Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures. Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management. Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.

EDUCATION Associate of Science Nursing 05/2000

Ivy Tech Community College, Richmond IN

I have practiced nursing for 26 years and have I am CPR/ACLS certified. Graduated with honors

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