Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Develop comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Efficient with and successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Collaborate well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Hardwork
Skills
Blood administration
Patient monitoring
Acute and rehabilitative care
Inpatient and outpatient care
Compassionate STD care and counselor
Epic EHR Management
BAC screen/drug screen collection ability
Intake and discharge
Geriatric treatment knowledge
Follow-up calls
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Patient Management
Palliative and Pain Management
Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Wound care specialist
Culturally sensitive
Diabetes management
Medical assessment
Vascular care understanding
Patient education and counseling
Taking vitals
Coordinating referrals
Immunization skills
Emotional awareness
Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
Gastrostomy tube care
Infectious disease control
Clinical Information System Management
Nursing Plan Development
Patient discharging
Body mechanics knowledge
Mobility Assistance
IV and venipuncture certified
Flow sheet charting
Tracheostomy care
Gastroenteral nutrition education
SBAR communication
Electronic Health Records Management
Family and patient support
Documenting vitals
Laparasopic procedures familiarity
Patient Care
Medication and IV administration
IV drug therapy management
Patient care planning
Seizure management
Experience
10/2019 to Current
Registered NurseCurry College – Plymouth, MA,
Precept inpatient , outpatient procedures.
Assist in Case management.
Narcotic reviews, claims.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
Oversaw patient immunizations against communicative diseases, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients on [Number]-bed medical-surgical unit.
Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.
Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Delivered care to [Number] patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Conducted restraint audits according to organizational guidelines and generated reports for nursing leadership review and analysis.
Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
01/2017 to 10/2019
Medical Management CoordinatorAffinity Health Plan Inc – Newburgh, NY,
Managed daily operations within office by supporting continuous delivery of excellent services and care.
Utilization reviews, precerts for hospital stays, procedures.
Discussed benefits with patients.
02/2000 to 12/2016
Licensed Practical NurseCuro Health Services – San Jose, CA,
Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Started, monitored and managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
Scheduled appointments for evaluations and scans for office with active patients.
Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
Provided training and supervision- nursing staff .
Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and staff from infection.
Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
Education and Training
Expected in 12/2019 to to
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing Black River Technical College - Pocahontas, AR GPA:
Expected in 2000 to to
Licensed Practical Nurse in Nursing: Ozarka College - Melbourne, AR GPA:
Expected in 05/1986 to to
GED: Fort Necessity High School - Fort Necessity, LA GPA:
Accomplishments
Triage.
Medical Records.
Epic.
Medical Imaging.
Medical Office Experience.
Crisis Intervention.
Hospital Experience (2 years).
Caregiving.
Case Management.
ICU Experience (Less than 1 year).
Phlebotomy (10+ years).
Hospice Care.
Venipuncture.
Home Care.
Managed Care.
Computer Skills.
Discharge planning.
Utilization review
Certifications and Licenses
CPR/AED
May 2021 to May 2023.
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