Abena Edusei
Altamonte Springs,FL
Summary
Experienced and compassionate medical professional dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare. Six years of hands-on experience in patient-centered care, promoting positive outcomes and fostering a supportive healthcare environment. Collaborates effectively in interdisciplinary teams and excels at communicating with patients and their families to meet their needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Nursa
12.2023 - Current
- Expedited patient recovery by performing accurate assessments, developing appropriate interventions, and evaluating progress regularly.
- Facilitated timely discharges by coordinating care with social workers, case managers, therapy teams.
- Fostered patient independence through adaptive strategies while maintaining safety measures.
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with colleagues to achieve common goals and improve overall performance.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Alvita Care
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Conduct thorough initial evaluations to determine the patient's current health state, medical history, and particular care requirements
- Follow adequate infection control procedures and keep an eye out for any indicators of problems
- Keep accurate and up-to-date patient records, including all assessments, interventions, and correspondence
Travel Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments on newly admitted patients to establish baseline data for ongoing care planning.
- Conducted patient and family teaching sessions on discharge planning, postoperative care, and health maintenance to promote successful transitions to home or other care settings.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development through ongoing participation in continuing education opportunities, staying current with best practices in medical-surgical nursing.
Travel Registered Nurse
Clipboard Health
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
Travel Registered Nurse
E-Shyft
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse/ Licensed Practical Nurse
All American Healthcare (Agency)
01.2019 - 03.2023
- Administered breathing treatments and O2 and provided tracheostomy and suctioning care
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Travel Registered Nurse
Talent 4 Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Group
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Closely monitoring life-support equipment like ventilators and infusion pumps.
- Assessing and managing pain effectively through medication administration and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Creating individualized care plans based on patients needs and collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure proper management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Powerback Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Admitted new patients; administered various medications following physician orders and treatment plans
- Provided post-op care for patients, such as post-surgical wound treatment, pain management and infection prevention.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cranbury Care Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Liaised with physicians via constant reporting on the patient’s progress reporting information to mediate supervisor
- Worked in conjunction with OT/PT/ST to ensure appropriate care was given, and the prevention of additional risk was reduced by using assistive devices/interventions
- Equipped patients with the tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Education
N/A - Nursing
Sierra Allied Health Academy
N/A - Biology
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJBachelor's Degree - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
12.2023
Associates Degree - Nursing
Carleen Health Institute
04.2021
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Center for Advanced Training & Studies
12.2015
Skills
- MED-SURG REHAB
- SKILLED NURSING
- LONG TERM CARE
- PSYCHIATRIC
- VENT UNIT
- HOME HEALTH
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale Test Group A / American Heart
- Registered Nurse Florida (Single) License No:957291
- Licensed Practical Nurse New Jersey (Single) Expired License No:26NP07799500
- New York (Single) Expired License No:33453
TRAVEL ASSIGNMENTS
- REGISTERED NURSE
- Nursa (Agency) / NJ/PA December2023- Present
- Clipboard Health (Agency) / NJ March2022- November2023
- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Med-surg Rehab / Tinton Falls, NJ October2023-November2023
- E-Shyft (Agency) / NJ March2023- August2023
- Hackensack Merdian @ Wall, SNF / Wall, NJ June2022- August2022
- Bayshore Healthcare Center, SNF/LTACH / Holmdel, NJ January2022- April2022
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
- Life Support
- Intravenous Therapy
- Care Planning
- Problem-solving Skills
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Nursa
12.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Alvita Care
05.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
E-Shyft
03.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Talent 4 Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Clipboard Health
03.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Atlantic Group
01.2022 - 04.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
09.2020 - 11.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Powerback Rehabilitation
01.2020 - 08.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cranbury Care Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse/ Licensed Practical Nurse
All American Healthcare (Agency)
01.2019 - 03.2023
N/A - Nursing
Sierra Allied Health Academy
N/A - Biology
Middlesex County College
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associates Degree - Nursing
Carleen Health Institute
LPN Diploma - Nursing
Center for Advanced Training & Studies