Lisa Deemer
San Diego
Summary
Dedicated RN with a proven track record at Scripps Mercy Hospital, excelling in patient care through strong clinical judgment and compassion. Achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in emergency care and advanced cardiac life support, with a commitment to professional development and mentorship.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Scripps Mercy Hospital
06.2010 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- 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 via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
RN Supervisor
Pomerado Hospital
06.2007 - 02.2010
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the nursing department by regularly soliciting feedback from staff members and incorporating suggestions into practice when appropriate.
RN
Pomerado Hospital
10.2002 - 06.2007
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Cod Community College
Barnstable, MA06-1981
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intake and discharge
- Patient monitoring
- Precepting
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Emergency care
Timeline
RN
Scripps Mercy Hospital
06.2010 - Current
RN Supervisor
Pomerado Hospital
06.2007 - 02.2010
RN
Pomerado Hospital
10.2002 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Cod Community College
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