Susan Peters

• Advanced patient advocacy by effectively communicating individual needs and preferences to interdisciplinary team members during care planning meetings.
• Assessed patients'' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, adapting care plans accordingly to address evolving concerns.
• Evaluated patient progress regularly, communicating updates with healthcare team members to optimize care delivery.
• Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a home hospice setting.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care across settings.
• Delivered specialized wound care for bed-bound patients, preventing infection and promoting healing.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
• Managed medication administration and pain control measures, ensuring optimal patient comfort levels.
• Conducted regular safety assessments within the home setting, addressing potential hazards that could impact patient wellbeing or caregiver safety measures.
• Educated family members on end-of-life care, empowering them to support their loved ones during the hospice journey.
• Counseled families on advance directives and end-of-life decisions, facilitating thoughtful planning conversations around difficult topics.
• Enhanced quality of life for terminally ill patients through personalized nursing interventions and symptom management.
• Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while sharing sensitive information about patient conditions with authorized healthcare team members.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, reducing risk of injury for frail or unsteady patients.
• Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in hospice nursing and improve patient care outcomes.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient observations, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records systems.
• Provided detailed instructions for medication administration, ensuring patients and caregivers understood the importance of proper dosing and potential side effects.
• Promoted self-care among family caregivers through supportive education on stress management techniques and respite opportunities.
• Coordinated with community resources to ensure seamless transitions between hospital discharge and home hospice admission.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
• Identified and coordinated patient and family care to support patients and families in home or assisted living facility.
• Initiated preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures and provided services ordered by physician as indicated in plan of care.
• Developed and initiated individualized plan of care and assumed responsibility for ongoing development in partnership with patient, family and caregivers.
• Helped to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
• Kept abreast of changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions to improve patient mortality, quality of life and enhance patient outcomes.
• Identified discharge planning needs as part of care plan development and implemented prior to discharge of patient.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

• Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
• Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
• Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
• Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.

• Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
• Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
• Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
• Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
• Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
• Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
• Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
• Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
• Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
• Implemented preventive measures that mitigated the spread of infections among vulnerable patient populations.
• Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
• Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
• Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship.
• Utilized evidence-based practices in administering nursing care that aligned with industry best practices and promoted positive results.
• Collaborated with other nurses to provide seamless coverage during shift changes ensuring continuity of safe quality patient care.
• Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
• Complied with State Department of Health by completing required forms and entering in computer database.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
• Interpreted lab results and followed physicians orders to prescribe medications or other treatments.
• Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance nursing skills, consistently delivering high-quality patient care.
• Supervised and monitored LPNs and CNAs daily to provide essential training.
• Collaborated with insurance companies to help patients receive prescribed medications and services.
• Streamlined communication among healthcare team members, resulting in enhanced efficiency and collaboration.
• Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
• Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
• Observed confidentiality safeguards for all patient-related information.
• Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
• Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

• Wound care to medical/surgical/orthopedic patients
• Performed patient assessments
• implemented plan of care
• provided education to patient and family
• Performed wound care to s/p orthopedic patients/amputees
• Performed daily clinical assessments
• Maintained detailed progress notes (record documentation)
• Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
• Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
• Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
• Served as a reliable resource for families seeking guidance on navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for their loved ones'' needs.
• Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
• 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.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
• Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
• Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Supported patients'' mental and emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication during difficult periods of illness or recovery.
• Optimized patient comfort by addressing individual physical, emotional, spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Triage urgent care patients

Administered medications and immunizations

Conducted phlebotomy, IV, splinting

Assisted physician with (minor) surgical procedures

• Managed insurance referrals
• Conducted physicals for staff of police, fire departments
• Performed EKGs
• Served as liaison for workman's compensation claims
• Conducted spirometry testing
• Utilized audiometer (MAICO) for testing
• Conducted breath alcohol testing (BAT)
• Skilled in use of Alco Sensor IV (EBT)
• Trained on respiratory mask fitting (hazmat)
• Conducted Ishihara/Titmus II vision testing
• Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.