Betty Collier, BSN,RN

• Monitored vital signs and patient response during procedures, intervening for immediate concerns.
• Monitored vital signs and patient response during procedures, intervening for immediate concerns.
• Educated patients on imaging preparation, expectations, and post-procedure instructions.
• Assessed patient readiness for imaging procedures, verifying histories, allergies, and contrast safety.
• Coordinated with radiology staff to maintain efficient patient flow and timely procedure starts.
• Documented nursing assessments, interventions, and medication administration in electronic health records.
• Applied infection control standards while supporting sterile technique and safe patient handling.
• Responded to adverse reactions, providing prompt clinical support and escalation as needed.
• 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.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• 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.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Explained course of care as to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Intake of patients, vital signs, injections, education, in charge of Hepatitis C Clinic. Scheduling tests and procedures and obtaining prior authorizations. Seeing patients independently in Hepatitis C clinic and for pre-op before endoscopic procedures. Ordering medications from specialty pharmacies, ordering labs, educating patients on Hepatitis C, Hepatitis C medications, how to take and side effects. Assisting with procedures such as hemorrhoidal banding, hemorrhoidal lancing and anal scopes. Performing endoscopic capsule imaging.

• Delivered acute hemodialysis treatments for hospitalized patients, monitoring vital signs and treatment tolerance.
• Assessed vascular access, electrolyte status, and patient readiness before initiating dialysis procedures.
• Coordinated care with physicians, hospital nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to support timely treatment plans.
• Operated dialysis equipment, water systems, and supplies while following infection control and safety protocols.
• Adjusted treatment parameters and responded to complications to maintain patient stability during procedures.
• Documented assessments, interventions, and treatment responses in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Educated patients and families on dialysis care, access protection, and treatment expectations.
• Mentored nursing staff on acute dialysis workflows, emergency response, and best practices for clinical accuracy.
• Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
• Assisted with quality improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for enhancing patient care and team efficiency.
• Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
• Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
• Maintained timely documentation of all treatments provided, supporting accurate billing processes and facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
• Provided education on self-care management to patients living with chronic kidney disease or undergoing dialysis treatment.
• Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
• Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
• Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
• Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.