Ana Carolina Gomes Veiros Ferreira
Burnsville,MN
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 8+ year record in field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prefeitura da cidade do Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro , RJ
2014.06 - 2020.11
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Registered Nurse, NICU
Maternidade Escola - UFRJ
Rio De Janeiro , RJ
2013.12 - 2019.03
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures such as resuscitations or surgeries.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each infant based on assessment data and physician orders.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Instructed nursing staff in providing quality care for neonates according to established standards of practice.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress using electronic health record systems.
- Evaluated responses to interventions and modified plans of care accordingly.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any emergency situation that may arise within the unit.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections among patients in NICU setting.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Attended continuing education seminars related to advances in neonatal care practices.
- Identified potential high-risk situations for developing complications or adverse events in NICU patients.
- Participated in research studies related to the improvement of neonatal care practices.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families facing difficult decisions regarding their baby's condition.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Managed respiratory equipment such as ventilators and CPAP and BiPAP machines for critically ill neonates.
- Observed and documented changes in patient's conditions including vital signs, behavior, and physical assessments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Educated parents on topics such as nutrition, breastfeeding techniques, homecare instructions.
- Conducted regular rounds on all assigned patients ensuring that they are receiving proper medical attention.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and other treatments to neonates as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided education and support to families with newborns requiring intensive care.
- Assessed and monitored the development of premature infants in NICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
Neonatal Nursing Residency - Neonatal Nursing
Universidade Do Estado Do Rio De Janeiro
2014-02
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Escolade De Enfermagem Anna Nery - UFRJ
Rio De Janeiro2011-12
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Regulatory Compliance
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Case Management
- Student Precepting
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Training Staff
- Intake and Discharge
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Critical Thinking
- Diet and Nutrition
- Decision-Making
- Tracheostomy Care
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Catheter Monitoring
- Ventilator Care
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
Languages
English
Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prefeitura da cidade do Rio de Janeiro
2014.06 - 2020.11
Registered Nurse, NICU
Maternidade Escola - UFRJ
2013.12 - 2019.03
Neonatal Nursing Residency - Neonatal Nursing
Universidade Do Estado Do Rio De Janeiro
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Escolade De Enfermagem Anna Nery - UFRJ
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