AHMAD MEREB
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
- Proactive professional with experience in executing quality care in high-pressure situations. Deep knowledge of the field and outstanding team communication skills. Demonstrated commitment, compassion, and reasoned thinking to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician-Registered Nurse
Civil Defense and Emergency Services
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirate
02.2017 - 07.2024
- Communicated effectively with physicians and hospital personnel regarding patient's condition during transport process.
- Maintained patient vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, oxygen saturation level and pain levels.
- Monitored patient status during transport ensuring safety at all times.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when lifting and moving equipment or assisting patients.
- Documented patient assessment findings in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to ensure quality of care for all patients.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician.
- Documented patient condition and treatment to facilitate plan of care.
- Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Reported infectious disease cases to appropriate medical authorities.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
ER Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
Kuwait, Kuwait
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Coordinated transfers between departments within the hospital or outside facilities based on patient needs.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to ensure that established standards of care were being met.
- Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure levels at regular intervals throughout shift hours.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as ordered by physicians or nurse practitioners.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop patient treatment plans.
- Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
- Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and department efficiency.
- Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
ER Licensed Practical Nurse
Ministry of Health
Amman, Jordan
02.2010 - 08.2013
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Worked with 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.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Al - Albyte University
Jordan02-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amman Training College
Jordan08-2007
Skills
- Emergency Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Triage
- Medical Coding
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
- Seizure Management
- IV fluid replacement
- Advanced Cardiac life support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced ECG Interpretation
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- New Mexico RN License #66658
- Indiana RN License Pending For Endorsement
- Jordan RN License #22735
- ACLS Issue Date (Aug 2024)
- PALS Issue Date (Jan 2023)
- PHTLS Issue Date (Jan 2023)
- BLS Issue Date (Aug 2024)
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician-Registered Nurse
Civil Defense and Emergency Services
02.2017 - 07.2024
ER Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health
09.2013 - 03.2017
ER Licensed Practical Nurse
Ministry of Health
02.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Al - Albyte University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amman Training College
- New Mexico RN License #66658
- Indiana RN License Pending For Endorsement
- Jordan RN License #22735
- ACLS Issue Date (Aug 2024)
- PALS Issue Date (Jan 2023)
- PHTLS Issue Date (Jan 2023)
- BLS Issue Date (Aug 2024)
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