Caring Registered Nurse skillful in initiating plans of care, engaging patients in therapeutic activities and assessing patient needs. Dependable professional offering 14 years of medical experience rendering direct nursing care to patients within the community, rehab, and short/long term care settings. Certified in CPR and basic life support. Strong communication, time management and recordkeeping abilities.
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient Assessments
Intravenous therapy
Medication Administration
Home care
Acute care expertise
Preventive health
EMR / EHR
Chronic disease management
Well visit procedures
Tracheostomy Care
Insulin medication assistance
Wound treatment/management related to chronic and acute wounds
Clinical documentation and Care planning
Patient and family advocacy
Strong clinical judgment
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager, 04/2021 - Current Good Samaritan Society – Little Canada, MN,
Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
RN Case Manager, 11/2019 - 04/2021 Country Manor – MN, State,
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Administered medications via oral route as well as intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Director of Nursing for Dementia/Alzheimer's Unit, 11/2015 - 05/2017 Stearns Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, Llc – Granite City, IL,
Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
Planned and assigned workload to 5-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
LPN Charge Nurse, 11/2013 - 10/2015 Lynchburg Health And Rehabilitation – City, STATE,
Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Collaborated with unit manager on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Medication Administration
Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians
Education
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nurse, ADN, Expected in 07/2019 - ECPI University - Roanoke, VA, GPA:
November 5, 2019 - Licensed by VA State Board of Nursing
Diploma: Licensed Practical Nurse, Expected in 05/2009 - Bedford Science And Technology Center - Bedford, VA, GPA:
June 23, 2009 - Licensed by VA State Board of Nursing.
High School Diploma: , Expected in 06/2008 - Liberty High School - Bedford, VA, GPA:
Diploma: Certified Nurse Aide, Expected in 06/2007 - Bedford Science And Technology Center - Bedford, VA, GPA:
June 14, 2007- Licensed by VA State Board of Nursing
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