Seeking a Registered Nurse position where strengths can be applied in comprehensive patient care, patient education, timely medical staff communication and accurate EMR charting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Beaumont Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Provided care to the patient according to the plan of care, specific unit routines and hospital policy under the Direction of the Registered Nurse
Applies the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and discharge needs of patient/family/significant other
Applies the Core Concepts of Patient- and Family-Centered Care (PFCC) in practice and uses this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family
Partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care
Provides quality care that meets or exceeds the expectations of value (core measures, quality matrix, patient experience, fiscally responsible)
Provides assistance to individuals in a manner that takes into account their special needs, age-related and cultural-related needs
Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care
Delegates appropriate tasks
Demonstrates knowledge of and competently performs technical procedures and uses equipment properly
Documents in the patient record in a timely, accurate and concise manner
Develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents education and learning appropriately in health record
Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and is responsible for continuing personal education, mentoring peers and educating patients and families
Stays up to date with current health system initiatives and incorporates evidence-based practice and research into practice
Maintains current knowledge in the area of clinical practice
Completes a self-appraisal that includes professional goals annually and completes peer review
Participates in department-based activities, staff meetings, and committees
Actively participates in handoffs of care, including the patient, family, and partners in care
Demonstrates knowledge, understanding, and embraces cultural traditions and lore of the community served.
Nurse Assistant
Beaumont Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2021
Provided care to the patient according to the plan of care, specific unit routines and hospital policy under the Direction of the Registered Nurse
Documented care provided in the electronic medical record
Safely transported patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services
Provided the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation, either in person or via remote video monitoring, to maximize his/her safety
Maintained current knowledge/certification
Attended all required Safety Training programs
Followed the Hospital Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens
Demonstrated respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
Promoted effective working relations and worked effectively as part of a department/unit team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Caregiver
A&E Home Care
08.2017 - 08.2018
Monitored patients' conditions by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise
Supported patients by providing light housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands
Assisted patients with hygiene care (bathing, dressing, and grooming)
Taught patients how to use cane or walker, special techniques, and equipment for personal hygiene
Helped family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient.
Caregiver
Thrive Assisted Living & Memory Care
03.2016 - 07.2017
Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan
Allowed and encouraged residents to do as much of their own care as possible
Prepared and served meals to residents in the dining room
Encouraged residents to eat a proper diet and intake adequate fluids while respecting the resident's right to free choice/recorded and reported changes in resident's eating habits to the supervisor.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Davenport University
Warren, MI
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient Assessment
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient Care
Patient and family advocacy
Compassion and Empathy
Intravenous therapy
Care Planning
Patient Management
Professional Bedside Manner
Physical assessments
Taking vitals
Medication Distribution
Lab result interpretation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Intake and discharge
Maintaining privacy
Relationship Building
Chart updating
Diabetes management
Insulin medication assistance
High level of autonomy
Procedure preparations
ADL Assistance
Patient Counseling
Staff Supervision
Chest pain management
Treatment Planning
Accomplishments
Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
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