Rebecca Syx
Collegeville
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge with a wide variety of experience, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Adept in high-capacity problem-solving and fostering strong collaborations. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Proactive and goal oriented with excellent time management and communication skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Phoenixville Area School District, High School
08.2019 - Current
- Oversaw health services for school of 1500 students and faculty.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students and faculty on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for students under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier school environment
Clinical Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
07.2002 - 08.2021
- Areas of Practice Specialty Include: Medical/Surgical, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Women's Health, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Trauma Surgical ICU, Nursing Education, and Clinical Nurse Coordinator/Nursing Supervisor
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Provided clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice
Carlow University
Pittsburg, PA05-2025
Master of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Villanova, PA12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA05-2002
Skills
- High Capacity Problem Solving and Resolution Skills
- Experienced in instructional design and evaluation
- Adaptable to new technology and educational delivery systems
- Strong Collaboration and communication skills
- Effective time management and high attention to detail
Certification
- Certified School Nurse
- Post Masters Certificate in Trauma and Resilience in the Educational Setting
- Mental Health First Aid
- Therapy Dog Handler
- Yoga Instructor
Timeline
Certified School Nurse
Phoenixville Area School District, High School
08.2019 - Current
Clinical Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
07.2002 - 08.2021
- Certified School Nurse
- Post Masters Certificate in Trauma and Resilience in the Educational Setting
- Mental Health First Aid
- Therapy Dog Handler
- Yoga Instructor
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice
Carlow University
Master of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
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