Registered Nurse with 30+ years of experience committed to excellence in patient care and optimizing quality of healthcare
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Practical Nursing Instructor
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
10.2017 - 08.2023
Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements
Instruction in all phases of practical nursing including theory, clinical, and practical instruction
Preparation and updating of curriculum
Assist in recruitment and job placement of students
Maintaining records and submission of reports
Registered Nurse - Multiple Specialties
Perry Community Hospital
03.1999 - 10.2017
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary while practicing as charge nurse
Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures, maintained sterile environment, passed instruments and supplies, ensured smooth and safe progression of surgical operations while staffed as surgical nurse
Provided care to patients undergoing endoscopic procedures, assisting in diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, provided pre and post-procedure care in the position of endoscopy nurse
Responsible for overseeing all nursing staff and ensuring high- quality patient care, ensured compliance with healthcare regulations, and implemented initiatives to improve quality and safety of patient care, all during my ten year position of Director of Nursing
Registered Nurse
Community Home Health
03.1995 - 04.1999
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Provided supervision and scheduling of CNA and nursing staff while functioning as a team leader
Registered Nurse
Perry Community Hospital
05.1993 - 03.1995
Provided care and instruction to med-surg patients while working as med-surg staff nurse
Provided care and instruction to emergency patients while working as emergency room nurse
Promoted to emergency room supervisor
Education
No Degree - Critical Care Program
University of Tennessee
Nashville, TN
10-1994
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN
05-1993
Associate of Applied Science - Business Data Processing Technology
Nashville State Technical Institute
Nashville, TN
05-1984
Skills
Clinical expertise
IV Therapy
Communication
Clinical supervision
Timeline
Practical Nursing Instructor
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
10.2017 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse - Multiple Specialties
Perry Community Hospital
03.1999 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse
Community Home Health
03.1995 - 04.1999
Registered Nurse
Perry Community Hospital
05.1993 - 03.1995
No Degree - Critical Care Program
University of Tennessee
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbia State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Data Processing Technology
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