Annquniek Williams
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 24 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in 3 units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
Merrillville, IN
03.2013 - 03.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Resource Pool Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
Gary, IN
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Promoted kind nursing environment to alleviate stress on patients and medical staff alike.
- Thoroughly evaluated patients by asking right questions and recording symptoms and health histories to implement proper plan of care.
- Prioritized nursing care after evaluating patients and determining severity of illnesses or injuries.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
PACU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
Gary, IN
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Home Health Nurse
Pif
Gary, IN
06.2011 - 03.2013
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical
Merriville, Indiana06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Family and patient support
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Seizure management
- Patient care planning
- Intake and discharge
- Flow sheet charting
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2023
- ACLS Training - 2023
Timeline
Resource Pool Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
07.2018 - 12.2020
PACU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
06.2016 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Methodist Hospital North
03.2013 - 03.2022
Home Health Nurse
Pif
06.2011 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
ITT Technical
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University