Medical Center Patient Care
Resume:
Teresa Hodges
281-***-**** *******@***.*** Baytown, TX 77521
SUMMARY
Knowledgeable Supervisor of Nursing bringing 32 years of hands-on experience in nursing and health administration. Excellent at identifying opportunities for clinical quality improvement and building lasting relationships with patients.
I will bring exceptional leadership skills, clinical knowledge, and sound judgment. I have skillfully staff teams, organize charts, and oversee day-to-day care by leveraging strong decision-making and multitasking abilities.
I have a history of building team cohesion and long-term success to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness of care.
I look forward to being part of a great, professional, and caring hospital organization.
SKILLS
Health and wellness
PALS
BLS
ACLS
FEMA
EXPERIENCE
Director of IMCU, HCA Baycoast Medical Center, January 2003-December 2014
Pasadena, TX
Payroll
Staffing for 36 inpatient beds
Counseling and monitoring staff
RN, SEV Agency Nursing, January 1998-December 2003
Pasadena, TX
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
RN Staff Nurse, Baycoast Medical Center Endoscopy, January 1993-December 1998
Pasadena, TX
Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Nurse House Supervisor, Baycoast Medical Center, January 1989-December 1993
Pasadena, TX
Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
Recruited, interviewed, hired and coached employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
RN, Emergency Department, Altus Baytown Hospital
Baytown, TX
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Triaged incoming patients and communicated with doctors to encourage timely attention to urgent situations.
Charge Nurse, East Houston Medical Center
Houston, TX
Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues and information.
Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Administrator on Site, East Houston Medical Center
Houston, TX
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelor of Science
Nursing, Grand Canyon University (online), Phoenix AZ April 2013
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
3.9 GPA
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