Darcy Fox

Work with as clinical instructor in NU210 Health Assessment, NU 221 Fundamentals of Nursing and NU 357 Pediatrics.

As a clinical educator, expectations include:

• Teaching and supervising nursing students during lab, simulation experience, and within the clinical setting.
• Ensure students are building on their nursing knowledge, and performing nursing skills supported by the most current evidence base practice.
• Observe and monitor students during their lab and clinical experience, ensuring they are adhering to professional standards and demonstrating clinical competency with each patient interaction.
• Work alongside nursing students to guide and direct learning within the lab and with transition into the clinical experience.
• Build upon the critical thinking skills and connect clinical experience with classroom learning.
• Provide a supporting environment and assist students with each patient care interaction, performing a thorough head to toe assessment, medication administration, clinical procedures, and documentation within the electronic medical records.
• Evaluating students in the lab and clinical setting, documenting performance with evaluation tools.
• Developed strong rapport with students through open communication and thorough feedback to best support each individual through various learning needs and styles.
• Assist students through clinical rotations, offering support and constructive feedback for continuous improvement.

• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

• Optimized staffing levels through efficient resource allocation during high census periods or staff shortages.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations within Centra Medical Group (CMG) outpatient offices and urgent cares.
• Assist with follow-up care of patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures in an outpatient setting.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies with urgent care facilities.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary communication through effective collaboration with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by developing comprehensive discharge plans and educating patients on self-care management techniques.

• Supported patients during transitions between healthcare settings by providing information, resources, and emotional support.
• Enhanced patient experience by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
• Empowered patients through education on self-care techniques, enabling them to manage their own health more effectively.
• Completed timely reports and coordinated with insurance companies for approval and authorization.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by proactively identifying high-risk patients and implementing targeted interventions.
• Followed up with patients for adherence to post-discharge medical and lifestyle plans.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
• Scheduled appointments, educational meetings, and follow-ups for patients and family members.
• Mentored new nurse navigators as they transitioned into their roles, sharing knowledge gained from personal experiences.

• Provided care for patients who presented with acute cardiac complaints and chronic conditions such as heart failure, cardiovascular disease, myocardial infarctions, and dysrhythmia.
• Provided care for surgical patients who under went cardio-thoracic procedures.
• Monitored vital signs, lab results, cardiac rhythms and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
• Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
• Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.

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• Worked as a staff nurse in the ICU, ED, and acute care units.
• Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
• Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
• Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
• Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
• Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

• Provided direct patient care to cardiac patients
• Monitored vital signs, lab results, telemetry among other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
• Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients' health status.
• Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
• Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.