Ayana Atkins
Columbia,MD
Summary
Dedicated Postpartum Registered Nurse, adept in medication and IV administration and delivering compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in patient assessments and education, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional organizational abilities and patient-centric service, and is well versed with diverse patient populations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Medical Receptionist
PM Pediatrics Urgent Care
02.2017 - 12.2022
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05.2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Initiating and maintaining phototherapy
- Parental education on newborn care, jaundice, and safe sleep for infants
- NST monitoring of antepartum patients
- Assist with breastfeeding
- Circumcision care
- Postpartum care ie fundal checks, GDM, hemorrhage management, etc
Certification
- BLS
- NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Medical Receptionist
PM Pediatrics Urgent Care
02.2017 - 12.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Howard Community College