Abigail Brack

Nurse Extern

Advocate Health Care

Macon, GA

12.2023 - Current

Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
Recorded patient medical history and reported changes in condition to the nurse in charge.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
Monitored laboratory test results and communicated any abnormal findings to physicians or nurses.
Reported any suspected cases of abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities immediately.
Conducted educational sessions on disease prevention methods to patients and families.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning activities.
Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications related to their medical conditions.
Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times.
Supported clinical staff during diagnostic tests or surgical procedures.
Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
Assisted staff with passing meal trays and feeding patients.
Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
Employed strong infection control procedures and isolation strategies to minimize spread of communicable diseases.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
Observed and reported changes in patient condition to supervising nurse.