Bianca Allen
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carolinas ContinueCare Hospital- LTAC
Charlotte, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse
Nurses and More
Charlotte, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
Registered Nurse
Novant Health, Inc
Carlotta, NC
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LPN
Nurses and More
Carlotta, NC
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 20 patients per day.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
LPN
Aveanna Heathcare
Charlotte, NC
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Managed various nursing tasks for medically fragile children, which included administering medication, cleaning wounds and monitoring blood glucose levels.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Delivered high level of nursing care to ill children in residences.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Determined issues that needed to be immediately addressed, contacting the patient's physician for support and care suggestions.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Utilized well-honed communication skills to deliver information to pediatric patients and family members regarding treatment, care and medical options.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Charlotte, NC01.2022
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie 1 BOCES
Buffalo, NY10.2016
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson Central Technical High School
Buffalo, NY06.2003
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Unit Administration
- Medical Screening
- Medication Administration
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Attention to Detail
- Clear Patient Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Examination
- Diet and Nutrition
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Ventilator Care
- Diabetes Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Medication and IV Administration
- Infectious Disease Control
- Electronic Health Records Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carolinas ContinueCare Hospital- LTAC
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nurses and More
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Novant Health, Inc
02.2022 - 09.2022
LPN
Nurses and More
10.2019 - 01.2020
LPN
Aveanna Heathcare
01.2017 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie 1 BOCES
High School Diploma -
Hutchinson Central Technical High School