Crystal D Jones-Reynolds

• Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
• Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
• Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
• Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
• Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
• Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
• Advocated for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring their voices were heard in treatment decisions.
• Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
• Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
• Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
• Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.

Provided direct care to patients across the continuum using the nursing process and included the following:

• Conducted comprehensive assessments for new admissions, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, leading to improved health outcomes.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
• Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
• Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
• Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
• Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
• Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
• Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
• Improved team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, sharing expertise and fostering supportive work environment.
• Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams
• Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
• Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
• Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

• Responsible for the following: Perform charge nurse responsibilities as required by nursing leadership which included the following:
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
• Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
• Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Enhanced emergency response times by organizing and leading drills, preparing team for actual emergencies.
• Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.