April Reed

• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
• Room patients and assessed prior to seeing the doctor
• Assessed pacemaker incisions 1 week post insertions
• Phone triage

I worked in both the ER and the Step Down unit during this time.

• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

During this time I worked in Med/Surg, ER and as the House Supervisor

• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.