Cristi Wrisner
McMinnville
Summary
Distinguished for enhancing pediatric patient outcomes at All Heart Home Care, I leveraged expertise in comprehensive pediatric services and effective communication to develop evidence-based practices and mentor junior nurses. Achieved notable success in pain management and patient advocacy, underscoring my commitment to collaborative teamwork and innovative healthcare solutions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
All Heart Home Care
07.2014 - Current
- Streamlined care coordination by maintaining detailed patient records, effectively communicating with interdisciplinary team members, and participating in case conferences.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing personalized, comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a private duty setting.
- Contributed to the development of evidence-based nursing practices within the field of private duty pediatrics through participation in professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and research studies.
- Implemented creative approaches to pain management for children experiencing discomfort or distress due to illness or injury.
- Mentored junior nurses entering the field of pediatric home health care by sharing knowledge about best practices related to assessment skills, effective communication strategies, and safe medication administration techniques.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients during medical consultations.
- Reinforced positive health behaviors among families through education on topics such as proper nutrition, sleep hygiene, exercise routines, and stress reduction techniques.
- Increased patient comfort by utilizing non-pharmacological pain management strategies, including distraction techniques, relaxation exercises, and age-appropriate therapeutic play.
- Ensured continuity of nursing care during critical staff transitions by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming nurses regarding each patient''s medical history, current condition, treatment plan goals, and any outstanding concerns.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare teams to design tailored interventions addressing developmental, behavioral, or cognitive challenges faced by pediatric patients.
- Supported patients'' physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities.
- Optimized medication adherence among pediatric patients through clear communication of dosing instructions, potential side effects, and the importance of consistent use as prescribed.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through proactive management of chronic conditions and timely interventions for acute health issues among pediatric patients.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and swiftly addressing any medical concerns or changes in condition.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
Private Duty Nurse
A+ Staffing
08.2011 - 07.2014
- Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
- Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all interactions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2014
Skills
- Supportive Dialogue Techniques
- Healthcare Documentation Standards
- Family Resource Coordination
- Collaborative Teamwork Across Disciplines
- Comprehensive Pediatric Services
- Developmental support
- Care plan development
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
All Heart Home Care
07.2014 - Current
Private Duty Nurse
A+ Staffing
08.2011 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
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