Alan OConnell
Norwood
Summary
Compassionate RN with strong skills in patient assessment, communication, and emergency response. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and train new nurses, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Arbour Hospital
Boston
04.2019 - Current
- Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide support.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Instructed new nurses on proper techniques for providing patient care.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information and treatment plans in electronic health record systems.
- Counseled patients on healthy lifestyle choices that can improve their overall wellbeing.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
Quality Assurance RN
MES Solutions
Norwood
01.2007 - 02.2019
- Generated detailed reports regarding the progress of open cases for senior management review.
- Ensured compliance with applicable state and federal guidelines related to utilization review activities.
- Collaborated with providers, payers, and other stakeholders regarding utilization review activities.
- Managed case files and maintained accurate documentation of client interactions.
RN Staff Nurse
John C. Lincoln Hospital
Phoenix
11.2002 - 11.2005
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with nurses to ensure optimal telemetry monitoring practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MA05-1998
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Arbour Hospital
04.2019 - Current
Quality Assurance RN
MES Solutions
01.2007 - 02.2019
RN Staff Nurse
John C. Lincoln Hospital
11.2002 - 11.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Massachusetts Bay Community College