Maureen Rush

Currently working as a Nurse Auditor and Educator, responsible for auditing documentation and educating clinicians on accuracy and compliance with Medicare guidelines. Additionally, functions as an RN Preceptor for Hospice, teaching new staff processes, documentation, and patient care.

Provided comprehensive hospice care as a Case Manager, managing and educating patients and families on end-of-life care, medication management, and treatment plans. Served as a preceptor for new hospice staff.

Managed and provided comprehensive care for 18-20 home health patients weekly, including medication management and treatment plans. Educated patients and families on various medical procedures and equipment to promote independence at home.

Managed daily operations of multiple Peri-Anesthesia units, including Pre-op, Post-op, Pre-assessment, MRI Sedations, and Pain departments. Acted as a resource for staff, problem-solved daily issues, and collaborated with various departments to ensure smooth operations.

Managed the Recovery Room at First Hill Surgical Center, overseeing care for various outpatient surgical patients. Duties included patient care, staff management, policy development, quality assurance, and infection control.

Worked as a staff nurse in both Inpatient and Outpatient Recovery Rooms, caring for a diverse patient population. Progressed to Charge Nurse and then Operations Manager, overseeing 50 employees, schedules, evaluations, and quality assurance.

Collaborated with other Clinical Advisors to establish and manage an IMCU unit, including policy development and employee management. Provided care for critical care patients with short stays and served as a relief House Supervisor, ensuring smooth hospital operations.

Floated daily between Coronary Care, Critical Care, and Telemetry units, demonstrating versatility in caring for various critical care patients. Proficient in using vasoactive drugs, ventilators, A-lines, and pulmonary artery catheters.

Cared for critically injured pediatric and adult burn patients from across the Northwest and Alaska. Also managed overflow adult trauma patients and all pediatric trauma in the region.

Worked as a staff nurse specializing in cardiac patients, including those with angina, MI, electrophysiology issues, PTCA, and CABG. Provided comprehensive care and monitoring for patients with complex cardiac conditions.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, focusing on comprehensive nursing practices and healthcare principles. This program prepared me for diverse roles within the nursing field.

Earned an Associate Degree in Nursing, building foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for patient care. This program provided a strong base for further nursing education and practice.