Azarea Graves-Coleman
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional skilled in palliative care and patient education. Known for fostering collaboration among healthcare teams and providing emotional support to patients and families during challenging times. Committed to team collaboration in efforts to meet common goal; quality of life within the geriatric population.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agency RN- VA Union Grove
Amergis Staffing
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
12.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medication administration records, and other clinical documentation as required by agency policy.
- Identified potential risk factors for adverse events or outcomes during assessments.
- Monitored patients' conditions, vital signs, and responses to treatments.
Charge Nurse
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and provided guidance during shift changes.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
RN Supervisor
Extended Arms Home Health LLC.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2019 - 01.2026
- Implemented care plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted staff training sessions on best practices and safety protocols.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and internal policies.
- Managed scheduling for nursing staff to optimize coverage and support needs.
Staff RN-Palliative/Hospice RECC divison
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
West Milwaukee, WI
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Advocated for veterans' needs within the healthcare system to ensure quality care.
- Educated family members about disease processes, medications, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing/Psychology
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI12-2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan implementation
- Electronic health records
- Palliative care
- Team collaboration
- Staff training
- Patient advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Geriatric care
Certification
State of Wisconsin RN registry 240930-30
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Agency RN- VA Union Grove
Amergis Staffing
12.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Aurora Sinai Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
RN Supervisor
Extended Arms Home Health LLC.
10.2019 - 01.2026
Staff RN-Palliative/Hospice RECC divison
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
08.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing/Psychology
Alverno College