Hannah Powers
Chattanooga
Summary
Compassionate and detail-driven Registered Nurse with just under 4 years of clinical and leadership experience, seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator position to utilize my expertise in patient care coordination and staff development. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes and encouraging a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN
12.2022 - Current
- In my role as charge nurse over the past few years, I have strived to manage the unit in a way that is proficient, enhancing the environment for both patient and staff. This includes always being a resource for nurses on the floor, checking in to see if there is any way I could assist in their patient care. Taking into consideration acuity, drips, discharges, etc when making the assignment for the oncoming shift. Writing out a detailed charge report for the oncoming nurse, ensuring all vital patient or administrative information has been communicated. Listening to all patient and staff concerns, seeking the best solution, and escalating those when needed to ensure no needs go unheard.
- Precept new nurses, fostering professional development while providing a comfortable space to ask questions and improve patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by always providing compassionate care to ensure both physical and emotional needs are being met.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Nurse Extern
Parkridge Medical Center
Chattanooga, TN
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to registered nurses.
- Provided support in administering medications and treatments as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and managing daily operations.
Nurse Extern
Parkridge East Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, enhancing their comfort and independence in eating, dressing, ambulating, and personal hygiene.
- Monitored patient stability by performing vitals and accurately documenting findings for effective communication with health care team.
- Delivered safe bedside care to 15 residents while prioritizing their individual needs.
- Turned and repositioned patients to avoid skin breakdown and maintain skin integrity.
- Built trusting relationships with patients and families, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged open communication with health care professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05-2022
Skills
- Programs: Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Meditech, and Epic
- Professional: Patient care and education, critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal skills, time management, flexibility, organizational skills, clinical judgment, patient and family advocacy, communication
Certification
ACLS (CPR and AED) certified (July 2021-Present)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Parkridge Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Nurse Extern
Parkridge Medical Center
07.2022 - 12.2022
Nurse Extern
Parkridge East Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga