Andrea Nickerson

Assessed patients appropriately for increased dosing and getting patients to a therapeutic dose to aid patient to be successful in their recovery. Collaborated with entire team of physicians, counselors, directors, nurse supervisor and other nursing staff to give the best care to patients and achieve an effective treatment plan for patients that encourages patients sobriety. Administer highly regulated medication to patients safely and effectively.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Administered care as ordered in care plans and physician orders to patients in their home.

Performed wound care with sterile technique to patients, with some wound vac's included.

Head to toe assessments with patients.

Collaborated with RN and other team members to get the best possible care for each patient to suit their needs.

• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

• Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
• Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
• Led and mentored [Number] newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
• Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals.
• Conducted patient assessments to obtain patient health history, pain levels, allergies and vital signs.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth and development to construct treatment plan.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.

• Maintained confidentiality and privacy during exams to comply with legal requirements and protect patient dignity.
• Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
• Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
• Coordinated medical care resources for underserved patients.
• Demonstrated respect for staff, volunteers and patients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services.

• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
• Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
• Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.