Abby Foster
Jackson
Summary
-Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 1 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of critical care treatments and planning long-term for patients.
-Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
-Knowledgeable Critical Care Registered Nurse with superior knowledge of critical care treatments, techniques and diagnostic procedures. Adept at providing immediate and individualized care. Proficient in Epic use with proven history of efficient and effective charting.
-Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Brightmoor Hospice
12.2023 - Current
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, and patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in the Neonatal critical care unit.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to Neonatal patients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant- Medical Surgical
Piedmont Newton Hospital
02.2022 - 11.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Nurse Extern Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Piedmont Henry Hospital
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Helped my Unit with things such as recording vitals, feedings patients, helping my team throughout a shift where they needed help most.
- Learned basic nursing skills before working as a registered nurse.
- Provided simple procedures while under the supervision of my colleagues.
- Stocking essential supplies that my unit needed throughout the shift, and ensuring the next shift was also adequately stocked in order to be successful and provide the best patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05.2023
Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Advocacy
- Emergency Interventions
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Pain Management
- Documentation and Reporting
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- HIPAA Education
- Cardiac Monitors
- Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
- Sanitation
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Treatment Plan Creation and Revision
- Honest and Dependable
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Brightmoor Hospice
12.2023 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
Nurse Extern Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Piedmont Henry Hospital
11.2022 - 05.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant- Medical Surgical
Piedmont Newton Hospital
02.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Gordon State College
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