Clinic Nurse resume example

Lead Wellness Nurse directing outcome-focused care in coordination with 3 Physicians, 2 Nurse Practitioners for new 100 bed Assisted Living Facility.  

Attended daily staff meetings to review potential admissions, discharges, safety issues, patient change in condition and care plans with Wellness Director, and Executive Director

Strong oral and written communication skills enhancing ability to quickly build rapport with staff, patients, families and ancillary team members in the community

Supervisor for E-MAR system responsible for quality assurance of medication/treatment orders, patient profiles, documentation, and user accessibility

Trained all Nurses and Med-Techs on utilization of system including, patient profiles, physician’s orders, med administration, medication inventory, cycle fill and destruction of discontinued meds

Effective Leader, supervised and delegated shift assignments to 6 Caregivers/ 2 Med-Techs based on resident acuity level and facility census, ability to motivate care team to provide patient care in compassionate, professional manner

Provided additional in-service training to staff on colostomy care, Foley catheter care, utilization of Hoyer lift, safe lifting and transfers  

Responsible for assessing patient statuses, vital signs and lab results while communicating abnormalities to physician in a prompt manner  

Completed all required in-service training, staff meetings and continued education programs to instruct patients, families and staff members on disease processes, treatments, medications and methods of positive health maintenance/regulations  

Ensured compliance with established nursing standards of practice and state laws

Responsible for initial admission assessments and developing, implementing, evaluating and revising care plans based on individual diagnosis and priorities  

Commended for being calm under pressure, and the ability to act quickly during emergencies. Provided CPR and First Aid until Paramedics Arrived

Strong knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics enhancing ability to safely administer medications, assess for effectiveness and need for intervention, in addition to educating patients and family members on individual medication management

16 years of personal experience and 5 years of clinical experience with Insulin Injections and  Insulin Pump Therapy,  Sliding Scales, Blood Glucose Trending,  Insulin to Carb ratios, Exercise, Nutrition, Illness and Stress management of Diabetic patients 

Skilled in providing care to patients with; Cardiac, COPD, Emphysema, Asthma, Diabetic, Stroke, Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, Urinary and Gastroenterology, Dialysis, Renal, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Cancer, Hospice, MS, and Parkinson’s disease

Coordinated with Hospice team, care staff and families to provide comfort and support for terminally ill patients, including postmortem care, in a compassionate professional manner

Collaborated with ancillary Psychologist in plan of care for patients with mental health concerns, Experience with medication and cognitive therapy treatment of the following mental health issues; OCD, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression and PTSD

Skilled with treatment and prevention of Pressure sores and stasis ulcers, treatment and prevention of infection of surgical wounds, applying wound vac, nephrostomy tube care, lacerations, and abrasions  

Collaborated with the Nurse Case manager in the Development and implementation of nursing care plans.

Proficient in assessing, staging, documenting, and treating wounds as ordered by physician.  

Knowledgeable in types of wound treatments, dressings and justification for utilization for each in the healing process    

Responsible for providing notification to physicians regarding changes in wound, physical condition and need for reassessing plan of care   

Participated in wound/ostomy seminars and continued education to enhance nursing knowledge

Experienced in venipucture and obtaining specimens for lab evaluation following medical protocols

Obtained Vital Signs, to maintain an accurate baseline for patient and assess for changes in condition.

Maintained Infection Control Standards, while providing treatment

Provided emotional support to patients and family members

Strong assessment skills, with ability to recognize emergent needs and notify physician, case manager and emergency contact

Educated patients, families and nursing staff on proper wound care technique

Accurate documentation of patient care,vital signs, medications, and head to toe assessments.

Reconciled current medications and notified physicians of any contraindications

High level of Autonomy required to manage schedule of multiple patients homes, group homes and assisted living communities. 

Recruited and Mentored by owner/operator of company who specialized in wound/ostomy nursing.  

Covered on-call shifts several times a month, including urgent assessments

Commended for excellent communication, reliability and patient care

Direct Supervisor of 5 staff members for a 50-bed memory care facility. Delegated shift assignments by patient acuity level and facility census 

Worked with Adults and Geriatrics with emphasis on behavioral management utilizing redirection, behavioral modification, non-violent crisis intervention, non-verbal communication, therapeutic touch utilizing hand on hand technique, skill building, and retention to assist with maintaining or improving quality of life.

Experienced with dementia; Alzheimer\'s, Pick\'s disease Lewey body syndrome, Huntington\'s, Parkinson\'s, Multiple Sclerosis, Vascular, Traumatic Brain Injuries.

Collaborated closely with doctors, care staff, health resources and patient families to ensure continuation of care and positive goal oriented outcomes.

Efficient communication to HSD, physicians, and families regarding mental/physical changes and need for intervention or change in plan of care.

Accuracy in reviewing and maintaining all medications and medical records, completed weekly inventory and audits.

Assisted with admissions by obtaining vital signs and weight, assessed patients and documented patient medical histories obtained from interviews with patient and family members.

Skilled with preparing and administering the following medications; Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Intradermal, injections, Transdermal patches, Oral, Sublingual, Rectal, Topical,eye, ear and nasal medications, Nebulizer Treatments

Provided wound care, medication and diabetic management, and Foley cath care.

Consistently commended by residents families and staff for providing superior care.

Recognized for having perfect attendance and excellent work ethics.