residential nurse resume example

. Provided direct quality care to residents including daily monitoring, recording and evaluating of medical

conditions of up to 30 patients per day

. Obtaining and monitoring Vitals

. Accurately documenting health history and patient complaints in VISION electronic documentation system.

. Alerting physician to lab, X-Ray, Doplar results requiring attention

. Laboratory specimen collection

. Bedside testing (blood Glucose)

. Assisted in examinations and procedures (catheterizations/wound VAC application)

. Coordinate care with other medical providers

. Obtain pre authorization for procedures and medications

. Trained and educated patients on conditions and therapies

. Injections and medication administration including G-tube

. Charge nurse/floor nurse

. Address messages and telephone calls from patients, family members and other professional services

• Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
• Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
• Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
• Worked with healthcare team, including social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists, to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
• Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
• Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
• Documented patient intake information, including medical histories, current symptoms and vitals such as height and weight.
• Used sterile techniques
• Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
• Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
• Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.

• Responded to resident alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Assisted residents with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Documented resident intake/output and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
• Used mobility devices and wherlchairs to transport residents.
• Delivered nursing assistance to 10 to 13 residents per shift.
• Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN/LPN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
• Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

• Responded to resident alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Assisted residents with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Documented resident intake/output and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
• Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
• Used mobility devices and wherlchairs to transport residents.
• Delivered nursing assistance to 10 to 13 residents per shift.
• Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN/LPN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
• Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience.
• Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
• Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Obtained VS and reported findings to charge nurse.