Aurora Gilmore

Charge nurse for nocshift, Check the Glucometer to make sure it’s functioning properly, Tube feedings administration, CPAP application, Colostomy application, Blood Glucose test

• Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
• Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment findings.
• Implemented infection control measures per facility policy.
• Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, glucose testing and hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.
• Coordinated care provided by other healthcare professionals involved in patient's care plan.
• Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
• Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
• Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or RN.
• Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
• Provided wound care, including dressing changes and wound vac.
• Performed basic medical procedures such as catherization .

• Utilized medical instruments safely and effectively while providing direct care to patients.
• Assisted physicians in examining and treating patients.
• Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs and phlebotomy according to established protocols.
• Participated in continuing education programs to maintain licensure requirements.
• Evaluated patient responses to treatments; documented assessments in medical record system.
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
• Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
• Adhered to all applicable laws regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
• Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.

• Provided direct patient care, such as administering medications, changing dressings, and monitoring progress.
• Utilized therapeutic communication techniques when interacting with patients and families.
• Assisted physicians in performing procedures, such as wound debridement and catheter insertion.
• Conducted patient education sessions on disease processes, medication side effects, and health maintenance topics.
• Provided emotional support for patients facing difficult medical decisions or diagnoses.
• Documented all observations related to the patient's health status in medical charts for review by a physician or other healthcare provider.
• Instructed patients on how to manage their treatments at home or in the community setting.
• Administered prescribed medications according to approved nursing techniques.
• Participated in performance improvement activities designed to improve quality of care delivered.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that optimal quality of care was provided to patients.
• Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions.