Betty Acosta

• Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
• Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
• Suggested appropriate disposition to acting physicians based on assessment.
• Documented patient care with electronic medical record and distributed relevant information to other medical providers to update diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Triaged patients by reviewing symptoms and advising on best treatment plan to facilitate patient care while minimizing impact on healthcare system.
• Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
• Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
• Educated patients and family members about targeted therapies, medications, and diet to enhance likelihood of positive treatment outcomes.
• Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
• Delivered orientation and training of less experienced clinic staff in specific clinic operations and procedures.
• Verified, updated and communicated patient history prior to clinic appointments and procedures with providers.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
• Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
• Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
• Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
• Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• Assist veterans with developing a plan for disability claims
• Assist veterans in developing medical evidence to support their claims
• Assist veterans in determining the best process to acquire service connection for their disabilities
• Provide education to patients over the phone.

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• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
• Established rapport with diverse patient populations by demonstrating empathy and understanding during difficult periods of illness or treatment.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Placement of PICC Lines, Midlines, and IVs with ultrasound guidance
• Identify appropriate device to meet the need for short term or long-term intravenous therapy
• Provide training and education to patients and patient families
• Use of BARD rite site 8 / BARD Sherlock / 3CG technology to confirm PICC line placement.

• Administration of COVID-19 Vaccine
• Monitoring patients post vaccination for adverse side effects
• Track and report data to the county
• Check patients in to county health system
• Prepare/draw vaccines and ensure all protocols are followed
• Administer vaccines to patients onsite and ensure other clinical staff are adhering to proper processes.

• Set up medical Shelters in Alexandria and Gonzalez Louisiana
• Performed COVID 19 testing for all patients that required medical attention
• Cared for multiple COVID positive patients and maintained a safe work environment.

• COVID 19 testing and education throughout the state of Florida
• Mobile site set up and management.