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April Anson

Collinsville

Summary

Dynamic RN BSN Nurse Educator with a proven track record at Delmar Gardens South, excelling in infection control and patient advocacy. Leveraged clinical judgment and compassion to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes, while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in wound care and staff supervision, ensuring high-quality care delivery in diverse clinical settings.

Experienced with patient care, clinical assessments, and medical documentation. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to foster patient trust and enhance care delivery. Track record of maintaining accurate health records and implementing effective care strategies.

Healthcare professional prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

RN BSN Nurse Educator

Delmar Gardens South
01.2025 - Current

I am in charge of infection control monitoring antibiotic stewardship, placing residents on isolation such as contact precautions, airborne, and enhanced barrier precautions.

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.

RN Supervisor

The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis
10.2017 - 02.2025
  • 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.
  • Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.

Registered Nurse

Delmar Gardens South
03.2013 - 10.2017
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Delmar Gardens South
01.2008 - 03.2013
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.

Education

Nursing Science

Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO
08-2014

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Precepting
  • Staff supervision
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient management
  • High level of autonomy
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Wound care
  • Intravenous therapy

Timeline

RN BSN Nurse Educator

Delmar Gardens South
01.2025 - Current

RN Supervisor

The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis
10.2017 - 02.2025

Registered Nurse

Delmar Gardens South
03.2013 - 10.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse

Delmar Gardens South
01.2008 - 03.2013

Nursing Science

Central Methodist University
April Anson