Bernice Walters
Farmington
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in individualized care plans, patient education, and advocacy. Skilled in critical thinking and collaboration to improve patient outcomes. Strong clinical expertise and leadership capabilities support effective charting, medication monitoring, and teamwork in patient care. Committed to quality and efficiency while embracing new challenges and adapting to diverse healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Roots Home Health
Farmington
06.2019 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in home settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for patients' health management.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for home health care.
- Advocated for patients' needs while coordinating community resources and services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Gallup, NMSome College (No Degree) - Nursing
San Juan College
Farmington, NMSkills
- Electronic health records
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Chronic disease management
- Nursing process optimization
- Emotional support
- Geriatric nursing
- Patient care planning
- Case management
- Direct patient care
- Infectious disease control
- Reporting and documentation
- Rehabilitation support
- Electronic health records management
- Long-term care
- Direct nursing care
- Mobility assistance
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient management
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Home care
- Preventive health
- Policy compliance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Taking vitals
- Patient consultation
- High level of autonomy
- Medical evaluation
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- HIPAA education
- Documentation and charting
Languages
English
Full Professional
Navajo
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Roots Home Health
06.2019 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of New Mexico
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
San Juan College