Ayele Frisby
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented recent licensed registered nurse graduate with a proven ability and experience at handling any medical emergency or situation, with the skill-set to perform under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills, and a dedicated worker with a sense of purpose to deliver exceptional patient care. Passionate about educating patients and their families to achieve optimal outcomes. Exceptional communication skills with fluency in English, German, and French.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Spinal Core Injury Unit
Hampton VA Medical Center
Hampton, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Completes initial assessments and reassessments and reassessments of assigned patients as directed.
- Completes plan of care for patients and updates plan of care based on assessments.
- Documents in a complete and comprehensive manner all assessments, findings, education and interactions with patients or their family units.
- Administers medications in a safe and efficient manner following established policies.
- Manages central venous access sites, infusion of continuous fluids and administers IV push medications.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- 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.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hampton Va Medical Center
Hampton, VA, Full Time -40 Hrs/wk
10.2017 - 09.2023
- Transports patients to required appointments within the medical facility
- Support patients with physical limitations during physical, psychological and emotional readjustment and promotes patients optimal level of independent functioning
- Assists the professional nursing staff in providing patient care necessary for comfort, hygiene, feeding, simple treatments, data collection, and documentation
- Instructs patients in their role in various procedures and assists in admissions and participate in resident care planning
- Prevents and/or controls infections, provides a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients and render patient care to all patients in the facility
- Provide excellent customer service
Patient Care Technician
Sentara Princess Anne Medical Center
Virginia Beach, VA, Intermittent-24hrs/month
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Performed EKG and lab drawings
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA, Full Time -36 Hrs/wk
07.2013 - 05.2014
- Responsible for taking patients vital signs, using medical equipment, materials, instruments and supplies to identify patients medical needs, and ensure patients are cared for appropriately
- Transports patients to required appointments within the medical facility
- Support patients with physical limitations during physical, psychological and emotional readjustment and promotes patients optimal level of independent functioning
- Provide pre and post-operative care, also verifying the knowledge of illnesses and diseases
- Assists the professional nursing staff in providing patient care necessary for comfort, hygiene, simple treatments, data collection, and documentation
- Care for patients, including observing, recording, and reporting changes in their behavior, and providing reassurance and re-motivation
- Instructs patients in their role in various procedures and assists in admissions and participate in resident care planning
- Prevents and/or controls infections, provides a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients and render patient care to all patients in the facility.
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy/Manometey
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
07.2024 - Current
- Assist in the nursing care of the GI and endoscopic patient by performing duties and related activities, assisting the physician with procedures.
- Perform esophageal manometry test by measuring the motility and function of the esophagus and esophageal sphincter.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assist in the nursing care of the GI and endoscopic patient by performing duties and related activities, assisting the physician with procedures.
- Administering sedatives and IV drips at the beginning of an endoscopy.
- Monitoring patient vital signs during and after the procedure.
- Providing discharge instructions to patients before they leave the hospital.
- Complying with health, safety and patient privacy standards.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
South University
Virginia Beach, VA 06.2023
Associate - Social Sciences
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA 05.2020
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
New Horizon Regional Education Center
Hampton, VA03.2013
High School -
Wingertschule
Friedberg, Germany 07.2006
Skills
- Computer knowledge
- Service-Orientation
- Consistent Follow Through
- Patient Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-Motivated
- Organization and Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Fluent in German and French
- Phlebotomy Training
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPR certified
Clinical Experience and Volunteer Work
Red Cross volunteer blood drive
03/2022-present
Sentara Norfolk General
Medical Surgical Unit
03/2022- 12/2022
Sentara Leigh Hospital
Labor and delivery Unit
10/2022-12/2022
Sentara Princess Anne
Hospital Emergency Department
01/2023-03/2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Endoscopy/Manometey
Maryview Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Spinal Core Injury Unit
Hampton VA Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Sentara Princess Anne Medical Center
11.2021 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hampton Va Medical Center
10.2017 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maryview Medical Center
07.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
South University
Associate - Social Sciences
Thomas Nelson Community College
Certificate - Nursing Assistant
New Horizon Regional Education Center
High School -
Wingertschule