Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a 15 year progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in fast-paced environments, seeking a nursing position which enables me to utilize my knowledge and skills. Works well with diverse patient population, consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent patient care. Team oriented and reliable with clear verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle high-stress situations. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care and improve outcomes.
Skills
Medical case management
CNA, CMA, and basic medical training Instructor
Experience with intellectual disabilities, behavioral, psychological, and seizure disorders
Certified IV, CVC, AVF, AVG, therapy
Hemodialysis therapy, acute/chronic
Peritoneal dialysis exchanges
Quality direct patient care
Professional bedside manner
Strong clinical judgement, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent Interpersonal skills and communication skills
Leadership skills and ability to supervise staff
Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations and remain calm and effective
POC development
Collaborating with Interdisciplinary teams
Community Liaison experience
Self directed with good judgement skills and high level of personal accountability
Work History
01/2020 to Current
OLOL Regional Medical CenterBrandon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, Llc – Brandon, MS,
Provides health care, first aid, and emergency medical care for multiple elementary, middle, and high schools.
Triage healthcare of students on a daily bases in schools.
Evaluates students presenting with disease processes, asthma, diabetes, wounds, etc.
Monitors all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in student illnesses, diabetic student's conditions.
Assist with carbohydrate counting, insulin calculations and administration, glucose monitoring.
Maintain active communication with parents and teachers.
Maintains adequate and updated health records.
Administers and/or supervises the administration of prescription medications to students.
Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate student care plans.
Implements the nursing process to develop individualized health care plans/Emergency care plans for students with special health care needs.
Provides regular hearing and vision screenings.
Provides training or instruction for auxiliary personnel.
02/2017 to 12/2020
Staff RN Nephrology/Dialysis/Peritoneal Dialysis Registered NurseSoutheastern Health – Lumberton, NC,
Provide safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis treatments for patients in chronic ESRD and acute stages of renal failure
Provide initial, PRN, and annual evaluations and documentation, providing appropriate patient referrals
Complete patient assessments pre-treatment, during, and post treatment
Assess, access, and monitor status of central line heart catheters, AV fistulas, and AV grafts for delivery of hemodialysis treatments
Assess, monitor, and evaluate patient responses during hemodialysis treatments, making appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan as indicated by the prescribing physician or protocol
Prepare dialyzer and delivery system for treatment
Home therapy hemo and peritoneal dialysis case manager for 15-20 patient case load program
Provide home hemo/peritoneal dialysis (CAPD & CCPD) patient and care giver training
Attend monthly clinic patient care plan/ID team meetings
Monitor patients for severe hypotension and hypertension during treatment
Performs and assists in all emergency procedures
Provide routine central line heart catheter care and diabetic foot checks
Assist physicians in all aspects of patient care, including administering parental and oral medication, adjusting anticoagulants to prevent clotting during treatments, anemia management, administering Influenza, Pneumococcal, TB, Hepatitis B vaccinations and suture removal, as prescribed
Implementation of accurate treatment prescriptions including Sodium modeling prescription, and ultrafiltration modeling, where appropriate to ensure stable therapy as prescribed
Identify and communicate patient related issues to physician and interdisciplinary team
Supervise and delegate tasks to all patient care staff including LPNs, CNAs, and PCTs for the safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis treatments
Provide patient education on ESRD, diabetes, hypertension, nutritional and fluid requirements, lab results, access care and management, as well as on the importance of compliance to treatment regimens
Review, transcribe, and enter physician orders accurately into the medical information system
Ensure appropriate preparation of lab specimens and requisitions
Review and assess patient lab values, and disease processes and adjust treatment therapy based on prescriptions
Conduct water system checks throughout day per protocol for purification and safety of patients
Conduct daily inspections of medications, reviewing medication logs and reports for accuracy
Ensure strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
01/2018 to 04/2018
Clinical CNA InstructorBaptist Health South Florida – Wellington, FL,
St.Amant High School, Dutchtown High School, and East Ascension High Schools
Instructed and educated CNA students in learning to provide patient care using evidence based practices
Led students in patient care skills lab through explanation, demonstration and instruction
Prepared, delegated, and managed clinical assignments to students
Directed, managed, and evaluated student's development and learning of skills, performance, and charting in the clinical setting
Facilitated students' critical thinking development through explanation, demonstration, and observation while insuring student and patient safety
Assured students practiced according to facility policies and procedures
Fostered relationships with facility directors, managers, and nursing staff to work in partnership for the best clinical experience
Utilized effective time management for clinical instruction
Assisted students with conflict resolution
Directed pre and post conference discussions
Monitored the progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical
Ensured strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
07/2013 to 01/2017
Assistant Director Of NursingPost Acute Medical Specialty LTCH – City, STATE,
Managed ten medically fragile and behavioral health community group homes ensuring patients well being both medically and emotionally
Developed, implemented, and assessed treatment plans for patient care, chronic illnesses, seizure disorders, behavioral and physiological disorders
Completed patient initial, PRN, quarterly, annual, and post hospital assessments
Administered medications, treatments, injections, immunizations, and wound care as prescribed
Assessed need for, obtained, interpreted, and reported appropriate lab tests
Monitored and evaluated the progress and results of residential care
Conducted medical chart review audits to ensure physician orders, medical MAR's, immunizations, and patient appointments were up to date, transcribed, and completed correctly
Educated patients and staff in appropriate patient care, medical techniques, nutritional health plans, basic medical training, and patient specific training as needed
Managed clinic triage and rotating 24hr 7 day a week call for triage of basic medical illnesses, injury, incidents and medical emergencies
Effectively supervised CNAs, CMAs, and DSW staff
Managed incoming referrals, case conferences, and follow-up appointments for residents
Managed patient pharmacy orders and prior authorizations
Assisted in compilation of residential reports
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings and interpersonal plan group sessions as needed
Liaison for patients and physicians to ensure patient health and wellness
Ensured strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
03/2013 to 11/2013
Staff PRN WOC NursePrime Care Home Health – City, STATE,
Developed, implemented, and assessed treatment plans for the prevention and treatment of acute and chronic wounds
Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention
Monitored, evaluate, and documented progress and results of wound care
Provided patient education for wound prevention and wound care
Ensured strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
04/2012 to 08/2012
Staff LPNNorth Oaks Health System – City, STATE,
Completed assessments, health histories, medication reconciliations, and documentation of assigned patients
Provided basic patient care and treatments, documenting in accordance with regulations
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
Administered medications, IM /SQ injections, treatments, changed catheters, and wound care as prescribed
Provided patient education and explained diagnoses, treatment, and procedures to patients and family members, evaluating to verify understanding
Collected patient specimens and blood samples to complete diagnostic and routine laboratory tests as prescribed
Liaison for patient and physicians to ensure the best possible patient care
Assisted with emergency response for acute patient illness
Ordered and monitored stock of medical supplies
Ensured strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
07/2010 to 01/2012
Staff LPN Endoscopy/Surgical Services Dr. James Hess, OB/GYN – City, STATE,
Assisted physicians in endoscopic and surgical procedures anticipating the needs of the physicians during procedures, along with obtaining, preparing, and labeling patient specimens
Provided patient care in Pre-op, Intra-op, and Post-op procedures
Prepared OR rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies for scheduled procedures
Provided patient education concerning procedures and treatments, ensuring patient understanding of what to expect
Processed instruments and equipment for decontamination and sterilization
Ensured strict infection control and HIPPA compliance
Education
Expected in
Associate of Science: Nursing, RN Excelsior College - Albany, NY GPA:
Expected in
LPN Diploma: Nursing Louisiana Technical College - Hammond, LA, GPA:
Expected in
High School Diploma: Ponchatoula High School - Ponchatoula, LA GPA:
Certifications
Registered Nurse, State of Louisiana-License No. 152235
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor, State of Louisiana, DHH
Certified Medication Attendant Instructor, State of Louisiana, DHH, OCDD
CPR/BLS certified through the American Heart Association
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