Balma Willliams
Silsbee
Summary
Results-driven RN skilled in neonatal intensive care and Day Surgery pre an post op patients, with excellent interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in patient monitoring, emergency interventions, and fostering teamwork to ensure high-quality care for all patients
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN NICU
Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
Port Arthur, TX
06.2003 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill neonates in NICU setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated families on neonatal health issues and caregiving strategies for home discharge.
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control policies, proper equipment handling, and waste disposal procedures.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Facilitated effective communication between families, physicians, therapists, social workers, dietitians, pharmacists – fostering a collaborative approach to holistic neonatal healthcare delivery.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the NICU setting.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by swiftly recognizing and responding to emergent situations and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift handovers by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' status and needs with incoming staff members.
- Contributed to staff development through mentorship of new nurses, conducting training sessions on specialized topics related to neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections, adhering strictly to infection control protocols.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing specialized care for premature and critically ill newborns in high-stress NICU environment.
- Conducted detailed assessments of neonatal patients to identify care needs and monitor progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for neonates, resulting in holistic health improvements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in NICU critical care units.
Registered Nurse Day Surgery
Medical Center of Southeast Texas
Port Arthur, TX
05.1991 - 06.2003
- Administered patient care and medications in compliance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency of patient records.
- Conducted training sessions on new clinical procedures for nursing staff, ensuring compliance with standards.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Administered pre-operative assessments to ensure patient readiness and safety.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to optimize patient flow and procedural efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, enhancing recovery and satisfaction levels.
- Implemented best practices in infection control, improving overall safety standards.
- Supported organizational goals for continuous quality improvement by participating in audits, trainings, and performance evaluations within the day surgery department.
- Efficiently managed time and prioritized tasks during high-volume periods, ensuring all patients received timely and attentive care throughout their surgical experience.
- Advocated for patient needs by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans that addressed both medical and psychosocial concerns related to day surgery procedures.
- Streamlined workflow in the day surgery unit by assisting with scheduling procedures, coordinating necessary resources, and maintaining accurate medical records.
- Reduced medication errors with diligent administration, documentation, and monitoring of medications during day surgery procedures.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing day surgery procedures, addressing their anxieties or fears while promoting trust and confidence in their treatment plan.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between hospital departments by coordinating appropriate transfers for patients requiring additional services or post-operative care following their day surgery procedures.
- Optimized patient safety by adhering to strict infection control measures and maintaining a clean surgical environment.
- Managed caseload of [Number] 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.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
American Sentinal
Aurora, CO03-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-1991
Skills
- Specialized infant care
- Umbilical line management
- Endotracheal tube management
- Central line maintenance
- Fluid balance monitoring
- Neonatal assessment
- Intravenous therapy
- Discharge planning
- Family education
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Blood transfusion
- Oxygen therapy
- Apnea monitoring
- Ventilator management
- Emotional support
- Endotracheal intubation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nutritional support
- HIPAA education
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Blood transfusion administration
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Patient safety
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient education
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Task and work prioritization
- Electronic health records
- Emergency interventions
- Patient monitoring
- Vitals monitoring
- IV setup
- Specimen collection
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Taking vitals
- Professionalism
- Patient advocacy
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Cardiac monitors
Certification
- RN, Baptist Hospital- 1991/2003
- NICU, - Baptist Hospital
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
- STABLE
Summa com laude
Worked very hard to accomplish this honor. Working every weekend and during the week when needed for 22 months while working a full time job. achieved a 4.0 grade point to get my BSN in Nursing.
Timeline
RN NICU
Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
06.2003 - Current
Registered Nurse Day Surgery
Medical Center of Southeast Texas
05.1991 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
American Sentinal
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Lamar University