Nurse Manager Patient Care
Resume:
Michael Turner
Old Hickory, TN *****
ad5pbp@r.postjobfree.com
Highly motivated, compassionate nurse with an interest in transitioning into another area of employment. 24 years of experience in building relationships, leading complex teams, and employing problem-solving skills into training and development. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Nurse Manager
McKendree Village - Hermitage, TN
April 2021 to November 2023
• Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities. Charge Nurse and Managed Care
Mount Juliet Health Center and Rehabilitation - Mount Juliet, TN September 2018 to April 2021
• 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.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Hospice Nurse
Alive Hospice Inpatient Facility - Nashville, TN
November 2017 to August 2018
• Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
• Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
• Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
• Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment for comfort Nurse Manager Memory Care Unit
McKendree Village - Hermitage, TN
March 2015 to October 2017
• Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to patients.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments and assisting staff.
• Provided wound care and dressing changes routinely.
• Documented medications administered and treatments and procedures performed on appropriate records to protect privacy and confidentiality of patient information. Charge Nurse
Tennessee Prison for Women - Nashville, TN
August 2008 to March 2015
• Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
• Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
• Diagnosed and treated emergent inmate and staff injuries.
• Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
• Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure overall well-being of all patients.
• Utilized computer charting and information system. RN Case Manager
Baptist St. Thomas Home Care - Nashville, TN
February 2003 to August 2008
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Managed 12 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Oncology Nurse
Vanderbilt Bone Marrow Transplant - Nashville, TN
May 2000 to February 2003
• Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
• Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science
Western Kentucky University - Bowling Green, KY
January 1995 to May 2000
Skills
• Organization
• People Skills
• Patience
• Attention To Detail
• Leadership
• Adaptability
• Multitasking
• Working Under Pressure
• Critical Thinking
• Teamwork
• Management Experience
Certifications and Licenses
RN License
BLS Certification
CPR Certification
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