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ERNEST COLBURN
**** *. ******* ***., *********, WI, 53216 414-***-**** ad8jgf@r.postjobfree.com Registered Nurse, Wisconsin Board-Certified, with 17 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients in Acute and Long term care units. Vast nursing experience and is looking to re-establish nursing career goals and aspirations. Proven leader with a track record of delegating tasks to team members and providing coaching and mentoring to ensure the best possible patient outcomes. I am committed to treating patients with dignity and compassion. EPIC and Cerner program use
Call triaging
Patient consultation
Well visit procedures
Specimen collection and analysis
Administering immunizations
Insulin medication assistance
Data collection
Patient and family advocacy
Health screening
Otoscope use
Diabetes and nutrition education
Chest pain management
Physical assessments
High level of autonomy
Process improvement
IV setup
Charting and clinical documentation
Removing sutures
Indirect Patient Care
Foley catheters
Palliative care awareness
Trauma recovery
Performing EKGs
Tracheostomy care
Pain clinics
Staff supervision
Medication administration
Oxygen saturation standards
Nursing - Associate of Science 2005
Milwaukee Area Technical College Downtown Milwaukee Campus Milwaukee, WI Registered Nurse July, 2021 to January, 2022
VA Milwaukee Regional Office Milwaukee, WI
Educated patients and assisted them in recovering quickly and effectively. Oversaw pain management plans while administering scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously, and via intramuscular injections. Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and assisting patients in regaining or improving coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Kept track of the patient's condition, interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying abnormal telemetry readings, and informing team members about changes in stability or acuity.
Planned and managed patient care in accordance with hospital standards of care. Treated patients for a variety of disorders, diseases, and injuries using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Provided care instructions to patients' family members and caregivers. Conducted [Type] testing and communicated the results to the physician in order to develop targeted treatment plans, adjust treatment, and [Action]. Updated patient charts with data such as medications using [Software] in order to keep records current and support accurate treatments. Kept track of post-op vitals, set up PCA and fluids, reviewed post-op orders, and helped patients adjust to their new surroundings. Met with doctors to discuss diagnoses and develop treatment plans that were well-coordinated. Registered Nurse May, 2020 to July, 2021
Noble Senior Living West Allis, WI
Oversaw pain management plans while administering scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously, and via intramuscular injections. Provided care instructions to patients' family members and caregivers. Treated patients for a variety of disorders, diseases, and injuries using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Took advantage of opportunities for feedback and process improvement to create a safer and healthier environment while also increasing patient satisfaction. Provided patients with the necessary health education training. Updated patient charts with data such as medications using [Software] in order to keep records current and support accurate treatments. Approached all tasks with a patient-centered mindset, looking for ways to improve processes and treatments. Made sure that medication administration standards and patient care best practices were followed. Managed a daily caseload working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Registered Nurse August, 2018 to July, 2020
Southpointe Healthcare Center Senior Care Greenfield, WI Educated patients and assisted them in recovering quickly and effectively. Oversaw pain management plans while administering scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously, and via intramuscular injections. Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and assisting patients in regaining or improving coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Treated patients for a variety of disorders, diseases, and injuries using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities. Managed Rehab Unit of 32 resident's.
Devised and implemented effective patient-care strategies. Updated patient charts with data such as medications using [Software] in order to keep records current and support accurate treatments. Worked with management to develop initiatives aimed at increasing nurse satisfaction, retention, and morale. Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments while accurately reporting on each patient's condition, resulting in better outcomes. Assistant Unit Manager August, 2016 to August, 2018 Froedtert Hospital Milwaukee, WI
Prepared monthly financial reports for the board of directors, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Recruited, hired, and coached employees to ensure that all residents received high-quality, cost-effective care. Wrote and reviewed incident reports, including employee write-ups, and put in place appropriate corrective action plans to address current and potential problems. Oversee the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of a [32]-bed med-surg unit, providing direction and leadership to over [22] employees in 1 department. Communicated with patients while maintaining the confidentiality of their medical information. Nurse Manager May, 2005 to August, 2016
Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph Campus Milwaukee, WI Acted quickly in situations that threatened the unit's safety and security, implementing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate the situation. Did rounds with physicians, advising them on their patients' conditions and assisting in the coordination of diagnostic testing and follow-up appointments in order to achieve the best possible results for the patients.
Supervised team of [14] nurses and [32] clinical nursing assistants. Orchestrated and directed care services to achieve the best possible health outcomes. Handled behavioral and medical emergencies.
Was in charge of the day-to-day nursing and operational functions for a [Number]-bed nursing rehabilitative facility, ensuring excellent care delivery while building well-rounded nursing teams.
Was in charge of coordinating departmental operations in accordance with administrative, legal, and medical regulations. Looked for ways to improve patient care, outcomes, and the performance of nursing staff. Assessed the performance of nursing staff and developed education and professional development programs to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge, and care delivery.
Received the Excellence in Leadership] Award for my outstanding ability to connect with patients and staff. Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to evaluate nursing personnel. Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff. Earned “Excellence in Leadership” Award for most recognized and influential leader. Earned “Nurse of the Year” Award for implementing and coordinating Unity in the Community outreach program. Earned “Maxine Mann Leadership ” Award for Exemplary Nursing Representation Assisted physicians and nurses in responding to over various life-threatening situations. Participated in community outreach events like Unity in the Community. Greater New Birth Church
First Aid/CPR Certified
Registered Nurse in Wisconsin
CPR
BLS certified
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