Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Skills
Unit administration
Patient monitoring
Medical screening
Tracheostomy care
Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Community advocate
Taking vitals
Staff Development and Precepting
Immunization skills
Palliative and Pain Management
Patient Management
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Sterilization techniques mastery
IV drug therapy management
ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
Flow sheet charting
Acute and rehabilitative care
Gastrostomy tube care
Documenting vitals
Wound care specialist
Medication and IV administration
Electronic Health Records Management
Family and patient support
Patient Care
Patient relations
Health and wellness expertise
Geriatric treatment knowledge
SBAR communication
Coordinating referrals
Diabetes management
Colostomy care familiarity
Medical assessment
Patient discharging
Long-Term Care
Education and Training
Dabney S Lancaster Community CollegeClifton Forge, VAExpected in 05/2018 – –Associate of Science:Nursing - GPA:
EPCIRoanoke, VA, Expected in 11/2010 – –LPN Certificate:Nursing/ LPN - GPA:
Alleghany High SchoolCovington, VAExpected in 05/2005 – –High School Diploma: - GPA:
Experience
Corecivic - Registered Nurse Argyle, GA, 04/2021 - Current
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Iconma, L.L.C. - LPN/RN Beech Island, SC, 01/2011 - 12/2018
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
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