Heather Redding
Saint John
Summary
Knowledgeable PACU Nurse accomplished in leading effective teams and supervising patients in a 12-bed surgical center. A dependable individual always willing assist patients and staff members.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-PACU
Horizon Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Reduced complications through timely administration of medications and pain management strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams on individualized care plans.
- Ensured patient safety through effective communication with surgical team members regarding patient status.
RN-hemodialysis
Horizon Healthcare
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
RN-ExraMural Program
Horizon Healthcare
11.2015 - 02.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
RN, ICU
Horizon Healthcare
03.2010 - 11.2015
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
RN Circulator
Horizon Healthcare
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring and assessing vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Reduced surgery complications by providing effective perioperative care to patients.
- Maintained aseptic environments through proper sterilization techniques and equipment handling.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
- Assisted surgeons in performing complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from preoperative to post-anesthesia recovery units by communicating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
RN-Critical Care Float Pool
Horizon Healthcare
11.2003 - 01.2009
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Staff RN float to SICU, MICU, CCU, ER as well as medical and surgical floors delivering optimal patient care specific to each unit.
RN, ICU
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
11.1999 - 10.2003
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
RN-PACU
Tampa General Hospital
12.1994 - 11.1999
- Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Reduced complications through timely administration of medications and pain management strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams on individualized care plans.
- Ensured patient safety through effective communication with surgical team members regarding patient status.
- Participated in continuous education initiatives to stay current on best practices in PACU nursing care.
RN-Burn Unit
Tampa General Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1994
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
GN to RN-Burn Unit
Saint John Regional Hospital
01.1992 - 12.1992
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices..
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Diploma of Nursing (2.5 Years of Study)
Saint John School of Nursing
Saint John, NB12.1991
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Monitoring
- Monitoring Central Lines/ Arterial Lines
- Advanced Airway Management
- Postoperative Care
- Pain Management
Timeline
RN-PACU
Horizon Healthcare
03.2021 - Current
RN-hemodialysis
Horizon Healthcare
02.2018 - 03.2021
RN-ExraMural Program
Horizon Healthcare
11.2015 - 02.2018
RN, ICU
Horizon Healthcare
03.2010 - 11.2015
RN Circulator
Horizon Healthcare
01.2009 - 03.2010
RN-Critical Care Float Pool
Horizon Healthcare
11.2003 - 01.2009
RN, ICU
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
11.1999 - 10.2003
RN-PACU
Tampa General Hospital
12.1994 - 11.1999
RN-Burn Unit
Tampa General Hospital
01.1993 - 12.1994
GN to RN-Burn Unit
Saint John Regional Hospital
01.1992 - 12.1992
Advanced Diploma - Diploma of Nursing (2.5 Years of Study)
Saint John School of Nursing
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