Skilled medical professional bringing solid background in both hospital and outpatient settings serving needs of all patients with exceptional healthcare knowledge and support. Well-versed in assessing patients and determining diagnoses based on physical evaluations and laboratory testing. Work well independently to handle any patient need. Reliable and dependable with eagerness to learn.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on a 24-bed medical-surgical unit with emphasis on orthopedics, urology and gastro-intestinal post-operative patients.
Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Cared for more than 4 patients each shift while delegating assignments and supervising junior team members to handle needs of 24-32-bed telemetry unit.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Medical Assistant, 05/2006 - 05/2010 The Jackson Clinic – City, STATE,
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
Evaluated and reported current equipment inventory to appropriate sources.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for 20-50 patients per day.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
Completed clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Coordinated services with medical and office staff to improve patient satisfaction, engagement and compassionate care.
Education and Training
Master of Science: Nursing, Expected in 11/2020 - Tennessee State University - Nashville, TN GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 12/2015 - Bethel University - Mckenzie, TN GPA:
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 05/2010 - Jackson State Community College - Jackson, TN GPA:
Awarded two scholarships
The Harold Stevenson's Book Award and The Jackson Women's Clun Scholarship
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