Ruth Ann Bradford
Nursing
Worthington,PA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a robust nursing background, recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task management. Demonstrates expertise in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork foster optimal patient outcomes in collaborative healthcare settings. Career aspirations include further developing leadership capabilities within the healthcare field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Step Down Unit
UPMC Health System
McKeesport
11.2023 - Current
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Initiated emergency measures when necessary for life threatening situations.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to families during times of crisis or stress related to illness or hospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Instructed new staff members on policies and procedures specific to the step down unit setting.
Paramedic
Richland Emergency Medical Services
Gibsonia
10.2017 - Current
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Testified in court regarding circumstances of paramedic calls and gave depositions.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies to promote best possible health outcomes.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
Hospice Nurse
Good Samaritan
Sarver
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Participated in palliative care meetings to discuss current cases and develop treatment plans for complex cases.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butler County Community College
Butler05-2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Butler County Community College
Butler, PA05-2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Emergency response
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Wound care
- Problem solving
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
- Health Care Professional CPR
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIHSS Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Step Down Unit
UPMC Health System
11.2023 - Current
Hospice Nurse
Good Samaritan
07.2022 - 10.2023
Paramedic
Richland Emergency Medical Services
10.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Butler County Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Butler County Community College
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