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Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Creative Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Care Oversight
- Decision Making
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Diet and Nutrition
- Preventive Healthcare
- Clear Patient Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
| - Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Medication Administration
- Medical Supply Management
- Care Coordination
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Infection Control Program Advisory
- First Aid
- Treatment Recommendations
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Needs Assessment
- Infection Control Procedures
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Registered Nurse Case Manager, 06/2013 to 10/2015
Amedisys Home Health Services – West Bridgewater, MA,
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided home healthcare providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
- Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
- Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
- Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
- Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Verified legibility of all patient clinical notes and updates prior to review by primary physicians.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
- Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, 09/1992 to 01/1995
Amedisys Home Health Services – Wheeling, WV,
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided home healthcare providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza, hepatitis B and other illnesses of concern,
- Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
- Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
- Coordinated rehabilitative and preventive nursing processes and procedures.
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Verified legibility of all patient clinical notes and updates prior to review by primary physicians.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.
- Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, 08/1991 to 07/1993
Hendricks Regional Health – Greencastle, IN,
- Charge nurse for a 38 bed Medical Surgical unit.
- Med Nurse for a 38 bed Medical surgical unit
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures, including setting up and monitoring chest tubes, tracheostomy care and maintaining respirators.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in 06/1989
SUNY Farmingdale - Farmingdale, NY
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