Compassionate Hospice Nurse offering top-notch skills in patient needs assessment and medication management. A pleasant individual with over 20 years of Nursing and 9 years caring for end-of-life patients. Ready to join a new company that appreciates exceptional care and exemplary nursing skills.
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Skills
Medication administration
IV and venipuncture
Palliative care
Patient needs assessment
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Colostomy care familiarity
Team building
Diabetes management
Education and Training
Summit Career CollegeColton, CAExpected in 03/2001 – –Licensed Vocational Nurse:Vocational Nursing - GPA:
Riverside Adult SchoolRiverside, CAExpected in 08/1999 – –GED: - GPA:
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Provided training and supervision
Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
Practiced proper infection control measures and verified proper function, cleanliness and sanitization before use.
Inventoried supplies, picked necessary materials and delivered accurate items to locations.
CNE Home Health - Home Health Skilled Nurse City, STATE, 10/2005 - 08/2007
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Documented all therapies, including keep patient charts up-to-date.
Mount Rubidoux Convalescent - Charge Nurse City, STATE, 08/2001 - 02/2004
Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes, and sepsis.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
Educated patients, caregivers, and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement, and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
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