Laura Snipes
Registered Nurse
Valdosta,MI
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Gentiva Hospice, showcasing expertise in critical care and exceptional patient care coordination. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and advanced medical assessment skills. Excelled in mentoring new staff and improving patient outcomes by implementing effective care plans and infection control measures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
Moultrie, Georgia
11.2019 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Tift Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, Georgia
11.2008 - 11.2017
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 06.2006 - 05.2008
Skills
Case Management
Patient Care Coordination
Care planning
Medication and IV administration
Critical care
IV setup
Medical assessment
Chart updating
Data collection
Medication administration
Medical recordkeeping
Case management
Patient monitoring
Diabetes management
Patient care
Taking vitals
Case Management with Hospice Patients
Managing a full case load. Now working as the weekend on call nurse.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
11.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Tift Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
11.2008 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valdosta State University
06.2006 - 05.2008
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