Iretta Ottinger
Tucson
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessments, and staff mentorship. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to enhance patient outcomes.
Compassionate nursing professional with a solid background in patient assessments and multidisciplinary teamwork. Skilled in mentoring emerging nurses and implementing best practices to optimize patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Banner Health, University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
07.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- 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.
Travel Registered Nurse
Onward Mobile Healthcare
Tucson, AZ
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving compliance with regulatory standards and reducing errors.
- Led quality improvement initiatives resulting in enhanced patient satisfaction scores and outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize care delivery and improve operational efficiency.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Griffin Healthcare
Derby, CT
05.2002 - 09.2016
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Education
Nursing
Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing
Bridgeport, CT05-2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Oral Chemotherapy administration
- CCPD/CAPD
- PCU Certification
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- EMR systems
- Staff supervision
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
Certification
- ANCC Certified Medical/Surgical
- PCU Certified since 2024
- Oral Chemotherapy Certified
- ACLS Certified
- Telemetry Certified
- CCPD/CAPD Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Banner Health, University Medical Center
07.2017 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Onward Mobile Healthcare
10.2016 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
Griffin Healthcare
05.2002 - 09.2016
Nursing
Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing