Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 3+year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Kind and compassionate professional with expertise in performing IV Insertion .
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Preop/PACU and Medical Surgical Float Pool RN
Howard University Hospital
Washington, DC
01.2022 - Current
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, COVID-19 patients, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
Used Soarian/SSI to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques through preop and PACU.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
01.2022 - Current
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Used Cerner application to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Preop/PACU Registered Nurse, PRN
Medley
Baltimore, MD
01.2021 - Current
Pre-operative, PACU, Infusion and Medical surgical position
Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 2-3 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate custom care plans for each individual.
Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
Performed flawless autonomous practice consistent with evidence-based standards and patient care considerations.
Medical Surgical and Cardiac MICU
Washington Hospital Center
Washington, United States
02.2019 - 11.2021
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, COVID-19 patients, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate
Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients
Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants and nurse aides., Helping customers
Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Home health aide
Human Touch Agency
Washington, United States
01.2012 - 01.2018
assigned for one patient per day
Reminding patients their medication
And perform other tasks as directed by registered nurses
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.