Patricia Weeks
Wellstar MCG Health
Evans
23
years of professional experience
Dedicated nursing professional known for expertise in mentoring and patient education. Committed to fostering a collaborative learning environment that enhances clinical skills and promotes patient-centered care.
Work History
Float Pool ICU RN/Educator
5 Years 6 Months- Implemented nursing education to enhance clinical competencies among staff.
- Facilitated training sessions, fostering a collaborative learning environment for healthcare professionals.
- Mentored new and senior nursing staff, promoting professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Contributed to the ongoing development of the nursing curriculum, ensuring alignment with national standards and accreditation requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and priorities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Nurse Clinician- Orthopaedic Trauma
6 Years 4 Months- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare systems, facilitating access to resources and support services.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Organized the entire Orthopaedic Trauma Clinical workflow to include: ordering X-rays per protocol, managing MD's clinic schedules, organizing medical rep luncheons, completing all patient paperwork, & triaging patient phone calls
- Organizing & managing clinical workflow to include: coordination between different departments
ICU Staff Nurse- Medical ICU
5 Years 4 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Delivered patient care by administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing team skills and improving patient outcomes through knowledge sharing.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs within the healthcare team, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, ensuring timely interventions for care optimization.
Sheriff's Deputy
4 Years 7 Months- Enforced local, state, and federal laws to maintain public safety and order.
- Engaged with community members to build trust and improve relations between law enforcement and citizens.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to enhance community policing efforts.
- Mentored junior deputies, providing training on patrol procedures and conflict resolution.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting incidents, arrests, and investigations to support legal processes.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Skills
Clinical expertise
Patient safety
Clinical education
Teaching strategies
Critical care management
Mentoring proficiency
Mentoring others
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Float Pool ICU RN/Educator
Wellstar MCG Health
02.2021 - CurrentRead More
Nurse Clinician- Orthopaedic Trauma
Augusta University
09.2015 - 01.2022Read More
ICU Staff Nurse- Medical ICU
Augusta University Medical Center
05.2010 - 09.2015Read More
Sheriff's Deputy
Columbia County Sheriff's Office
10.2003 - 05.2008Read More
Troy University
Master of Science from Criminal Justice
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Medical College of Georgia
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science from Justice Studies
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