Trish Wilcox
Lewistown
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a 10 year + background in geriatric, dementia and med surg nursing, known for nursing autonomy, skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
BLS-PALS-ACLS
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Graham Hospital
Canton
11.2019 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cottage Hospital
Galesburg
04.2017 - 11.2019
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse MDS Care Plan Coordinator
Heartland Health Care Center
Macomb
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- MDS Care Plan Coordinator
Director of Nursing
Prairie View Care Center Of Lewistown
Lewistown
01.2013 - 09.2016
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure safe and effective delivery of nursing services.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of nursing staff members.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Coordinated activities with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided guidance to clinical staff regarding difficult cases or treatments.
- Trained new hires on proper documentation techniques.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Conducted recruitment and retention activities to develop highly skilled nursing team.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Budgeted, managed, and scheduled nursing staff, fostering environment supportive to patients.
- Maintained a safe work environment through adherence to safety protocols and standards of practice.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Directed nursing staff in providing care and services to patients, families and communities.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Monitored and evaluated quality of patient care provided by the nursing staff.
- Reviewed medical records to evaluate quality of care delivered by nurses.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars or conferences.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators and other healthcare personnel on initiatives that improved patient care outcomes.
- Supervised clinical operations of all departments within the Nursing Division.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Investigated incidents involving improper or inadequate patient treatment.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
Canton, Illinois05-2012
Associate of Science - General Studies
Spoon River College
Canton, Illinois05-2008
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Spoon River College
Canton, Illinois05-2008
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Diabetes management
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Ventilator support
- Admission/ discharge coordination
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infectious disease control
- IV management
- Vaccine administration
- Care planning
- Nursing plan development
- Hospice philosophy
- Documentation and charting
- Professional bedside manner
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Patient education and counseling
- Multi charting system use ie Epic, Meditech, PCC etc
- Feeding pumps
- Physical assessments
- Patient monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Graham Hospital
11.2019 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cottage Hospital
04.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse MDS Care Plan Coordinator
Heartland Health Care Center
07.2016 - 01.2018
Director of Nursing
Prairie View Care Center Of Lewistown
01.2013 - 09.2016
Nursing Diploma - Registered Nurse
Graham Hospital School of Nursing
Associate of Science - General Studies
Spoon River College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Spoon River College