Health Nurse Registered

Fernanda F. Gordon

E-Mail: *********@*********.***

Summary

Fifty years as a registered nurse. Expertise in focusing on the holistic approaches for the patients. Great listener and able to express empathy which was learned from a mental health background. Communication skills are excellent.

Skills

Knowledge of community health resources

Knowledge of psych and mental health care

Computer charting proficiency

Geriatric treatment knowledge

Strong medical ethic

Educator

Perform medical assessments

Not looking for nursing job

Experience

Medical Staff Associate

October 2020 to November 2022

CSL Plasma Center Augusta GA

Screened donors for plasma donations which included health assessments, taking blood pressures, checking hematocrits and total protein, screening, preparing machines for donations, etc. Job title included counseling for donors with positive viral markers (ie, HIV, Hepatitis, etc). Field Care Manager (FCM)

April 2018 to present

Acuity Healthcare Solutions Jacksonville, Fl

Managed the care of members residing in their homes by completing a health assessment and coordinating client care, focusing on medication management, disease management, connecting with community resoures and keeping members healthy and independent. Developed and implemented a care plan based on the initial health assessment; evaluated progress towards goals on an ongoing basis. Displayed strong communication skills with clients, treatment team and supervisory personnell. Maintained a flexible schedule to meet the client and families’ needs which occasionally included working after hours and on weekends. Complete and submitted all documentation within the program guidelines. Reported any and all concerns to direct manager.

Community Health Nurse Coordinator

June 2003 to December 2016

Charlie Norwood VAMC Augusta, GA

Coordinated in-home care for veterans by contacting community agencies for medication education/management, wound care, diabetic teaching, infusion therapy management, physical and occupational therapies, blood draws and aide services. Contacted veterans to determine quality of care that was provided and inquired if other services were needed.

Inspected nursing homes that were under contract with the VA. Reviewed charts, looked for any medication errors, nursing licenses and in-services, talked with residents about treatment and/or mistreatment. A report was generated after inspection and it was sent to Veterans Administration in Washington, DC for nursing home compliance.

Inspected personal care homes, adult day cares and foster care homes. The home was inspected for medications, medication administration documentation, and general upkeep of facility. The sponsors had to have documentations of PPD testing, CPR certification, yearly physicals and yearly in-service hours. Surveyed Veteran's Nursing Home for infractions, employee records, charting errors, medication passing, and treatments provided. All infractions were addressed and facility had to develop an action plan. Home Health Nurse

September 2011 to June 2014

Fivestar Healthcare Augusta, GA

Conducted nursing assessments and developed care plans. Supervised nursing assistants. Sent in payroll. Quarterly assessments and updates were conducted on clients Evening Shift Nursing Coordinator

August 1997 to June 2003

VA Hosptial Uptown Augusta, GA

Coordinated nursing staff so that quality care was provided for the veterans. Responsible for making sure there was staff coverage to provide care. Performed admission assessments on veterans that presented to the Emergency Room. Coordinated assessments and transportation for veterans that needed to be seen in a medical setting. Obtained blood draws and started IVs. Staff Registered Nurse

June 1992 to August 1997

VA Hosptial Uptown Augusta, GA

Worked on acute psych unit. Assessments were performed. Recorded patients' vital statistics medical and mental histories in charts. Collaborated with physicians regarding care plans. Assisted in treating unruly and psychotic patients by providing seclusion and administering medications. Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program. Disciplined employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Provided necessary health education training for patients. Provided computer training to employees when computer system was introduced to the VA. Head Nurse

September 1978 to June 1992

North Carolina Baptist Hospital Winston-Salem, NC

Responsible for three shifts of nursing staff on psych unit. Coordinated assignments, member of the treatment team, performed staff nurse duties, provided education and member of the Medical Record Committee.Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Staff Nurse

October 1972 to July 1978

North Carolina Baptist Hospital Winston-Salem, NC

Staff nurse on medical-surgical unit.Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Monitored post-op vitals, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Provided necessary health education training for patients. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Education

Master of Science : Healthcare Management, 2008

Troy University- Augusta, GA

Received Masters in Healthcare Management

Bachelor of Science : Nursing, 1992

Winston-Salem State University -Winston-Salem, NC

Received Bachelor of Science in NursingDeans List, 1988-1992 Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Diploma : Nursing, 1972

NC Baptist Hospital School of Nursing- Winston-Salem, NC Received diploma in nursing from three year nursing school

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