Tracy Willett
Accokeek,MD
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at United Medical Center and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in infection control and team coordination, consistently promoting a culture of safety and quality in nursing practice.
I am a detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital
01.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- I am a member of the float pool, working on various units of the hospital.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
College of Southern Maryland
09.2011 - Current
- Evaluated student performance through ongoing assessment, providing constructive feedback and promoting academic growth.
- Facilitated skill development through hands-on clinical training, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application.
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to learning while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures while promoting patient safety and quality care delivery.
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Ensured compliance with accreditation standards by maintaining up-to-date documentation of course objectives, requirements, and evaluation methods used throughout the semester.
- Served as a role model for nursing students by demonstrating professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective communication skills in all interactions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry
United Medical Center
08.1986 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Acts as unit charge nurse on a regular basis, making nursing assignments, determining patient placement and assists in staffing the unit.
- I was a long time member long time member/chair of the hospital's Policy and Procedure Committee from 1988 until it was disbanded in the 2000s.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD05-2003
Associate of Arts -
Charles County Community College
La Plata, MD05-1986
Skills
- Medication and IV administration/insertion
- Bedside procedures/sterile technique
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Communication
- Infection control measures
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Team coordination
- Charge nurse duties
- Documentation and charting
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital
01.2015 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
College of Southern Maryland
09.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry
United Medical Center
08.1986 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Associate of Arts -
Charles County Community College
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