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Aria Roberts

Gastonia,NC

Summary

Hard-working, patient focused, and compassionate registered nurse bringing 15+ years of experience in the healthcare field. I have great communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to excel under stress with minimal supervision. I am aiming to utilize my proven knowledge of customer service, clinical services, administrative leadership, and continuity of care. My #1 goal to help improve the lives of patients!

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Caromont Regional Medical Center
Gastonia, NC
07.2019 - Current
  • Assess patients (in Progressive Telemetry Medical/Surgical Unit) for changes in the patient's condition, helping in coordinating incoming patients; recording patient history, and current condition; assessing patient's condition; stabilizing patients; administering medications; and monitoring the condition of patients
  • Update patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
  • Records details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated
  • Promotes patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
  • Collaborates with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
  • Quickly responds to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
  • Educates family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
  • Administers different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Registered Nurse

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital Eastside Emergency Dept
04.2023 - Current
  • Assess for changes in the patient's condition, helping in coordinating incoming patients; recording patient history, and current condition; assessing patient's condition; stabilizing patients; administering medications; and monitoring the condition of patients
  • Updates patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
  • Teams on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma
  • Performs triage on incoming patients and determines severity of injuries and illnesses.

Interim Director of Nursing

The Greens At Gastonia
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility
  • Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management
  • Worked closely with administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.

School Nurse

The Stepping Stones Group, Gaston County Schools
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Bridged healthcare and education
  • Provided care coordination
  • Advocated for quality student-centered care
  • Administered medically necessary medications to students
  • Rendered first-aid care to staff and students
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community
  • Oversaw health services for students and faculty
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs
  • Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing
  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.

Healthcare Customer Service Rep (LPN & RN)

C3i Solutions
02.2010 - 03.2022
  • Call center environment (remote and in-office), supporting Genentech Pharmaceuticals, Procter & Gamble Oral Care Products, and Eli Lilly Pharmaceuticals
  • Resolved customer questions and concerns effectively and efficiently by actively listening, communicating clearly and concisely, and assuring customer understanding
  • Documented adverse events and quality complaints
  • Troubleshot medical devices
  • Case management
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns
  • Gathered information, assessed and fulfilled callers' needs and educated on important policies and procedures
  • Handled customer service inquiries in person, via telephone and through email
  • Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brian Center and Rehabilitation Center-Gastonia (currently The Greens of Gastonia)
01.2008 - 06.2010
  • Provided direct nursing care to residents in accordance with resident plan of care including but not limited to medication administration, assessments, wound care and documentation
  • Supervised the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Nursing Assistants
  • Monitored patient's condition and notified physician of any change.

RN Case Manager

Amedisys Home Health
Charlotte, NC
06.2022 - 08.2023

• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.

• Provided care in medically complex patients.

• Learned and became efficient in patient charting in HomeCare HomeBase.

• Demonstrated OASIS proficiency

• Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.

• Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.

• Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.

• Used HomeCare HomeBase to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.

• Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.

• Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·

• Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.

• Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.

• Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.

• Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.

• Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.

• Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.

• Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.

• Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."

• Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.

Education

Bachelor of Science : Nursing/BSN -

North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC
08.2022

Associate of Science : Nursing/RN -

Gaston College
Dallas, NC
05.2019

Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) : Practical Nursing -

ECPI University
Charlotte, NC
12.2008

Skills

  • Nursing Leadership
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • Workload Management
  • Patient Engagement
  • Inbound/Outbound Calling
  • Medical team collaboration

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital Eastside Emergency Dept
04.2023 - Current

Interim Director of Nursing

The Greens At Gastonia
10.2022 - 04.2023

RN Case Manager

Amedisys Home Health
06.2022 - 08.2023

School Nurse

The Stepping Stones Group, Gaston County Schools
03.2021 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Caromont Regional Medical Center
07.2019 - Current

Healthcare Customer Service Rep (LPN & RN)

C3i Solutions
02.2010 - 03.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brian Center and Rehabilitation Center-Gastonia (currently The Greens of Gastonia)
01.2008 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science : Nursing/BSN -

North Carolina A & T State University

Associate of Science : Nursing/RN -

Gaston College

Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) : Practical Nursing -

ECPI University
Aria Roberts