Aphelia Phifer-Hill
Registered Nurse
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, RN Care Manager
VA Medical Center
08.2016 - Current
- Health Promotion, disease prevention, and clinical management in support of chronic disease and care transitions, Patient education, Physician orders-transcribe, Assess Triages
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Floor Nurse
Kindred Rehab Unit
07.2023 - Current
- Assessment, Admissions/Discharges, Education, IV Therapy, Wound Care, Transcribe MD orders, Patient Education, Medication management
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse, Field Nurse
Saguaro Homehealth Care
12.2022 - Current
- Assessment, IV Therapy, Wound Care, Education, Foley catheter insertion and care, Coordinate plan of care with Provider
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse (Med Surg)
VA Medical Center-Milwaukee, WI
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Bedside Nursing assessment, Intervention, planning, evaluation), Collaborate with Staff and interdisciplinary team on plan of care, Wound care, Trach care, IV therapy, CBI, Blood infusion, Transcribe physician orders, Patient education
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Froedtert Hospital-Milwaukee, WI
04.2010 - 07.2016
- Day Surgery (pre and post op care), Setting up IV’s, Monitoring Patients, Education on home care after discharge, Adhering to best nursing practices, standards and protocols, Med Surg, Administer medications, Assist with Patient education and care planning, Collaborating with Patient care team members about plans and progress, Admission and Discharges, Placing orders from Providers, Wound care, Patient education, Tracheostomy care, Blood Administration, IV Therapy
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse (Med Surg)
Charlston Methodist Hospital, Dallas, TX
08.2009 - 04.2010
- Assessment, IV Therapy, Monitoring Patients, Collaborate with Patient Care Team Members regarding plan of care, Orders/Labs, Blood Administration, Medication Administration, Admission/Discharges
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Froedtert Hospital
08.2001 - 08.2009
- CVICU/MICU, Trauma/Plastics/ENT/Oral Surgery/ Telemetry, Leech Therapy, Flaps, Breast Reconstruction, Medication administration, Telemetry, Monitoring Patients progress, Assist MD with Procedures, Performing Diagnostic tests
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse-Registered Nurse
Bel Air Nursing Home
08.1996 - 01.2001
- Provide routine care, Assist RN’s and Providers, Insert Tubefeeds and maintain care, Foley catheter care, Medication Administration
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Education
BSN-Nursing -
University of Milwaukee
ADN-Nursing - undefined
Milwaukee Area Technical College
LPN-Nursing - undefined
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Master of Science - Nursing
WGU
05.2001 -
Skills
Patient Management
Care Planning
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Case Management
Patient Monitoring
Patient Care
Infection control measures
Patient education and counseling
Patient Assessment
Direct Patient Care
Patient and family advocacy
Documentation and Charting
Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Floor Nurse
Kindred Rehab Unit
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Field Nurse
Saguaro Homehealth Care
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, RN Care Manager
VA Medical Center
08.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse (Med Surg)
VA Medical Center-Milwaukee, WI
10.2014 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse
Froedtert Hospital-Milwaukee, WI
04.2010 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse (Med Surg)
Charlston Methodist Hospital, Dallas, TX
08.2009 - 04.2010
Registered Nurse
Froedtert Hospital
08.2001 - 08.2009
Master of Science - Nursing
WGU
05.2001 -
Licensed Practical Nurse-Registered Nurse
Bel Air Nursing Home
08.1996 - 01.2001
BSN-Nursing -
University of Milwaukee
ADN-Nursing - undefined
Milwaukee Area Technical College
LPN-Nursing - undefined
Milwaukee Area Technical College