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Brenda Harris

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DaVita
Amarillo, TX
01.2018 - Current
  • Supervised dialysis treatments for patients aging from child to adult in community hospital setting.
  • Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
  • Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
  • Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
  • Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
  • Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
  • Ensured that appropriate safety measures were taken when handling hazardous materials such as biohazardous waste and chemicals used in cleaning machines.

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

BSA Hospital
Amarillo, TX
11.2015 - 03.2023
  • Administered treatments, therapies, and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
  • Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
  • Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
  • Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
  • Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
  • Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
  • Supported successful administration of care plans by communicating with cross-functional teams.
  • Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM
05-2013

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Care Coordination
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Patient Examination
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Infection Control
  • Needs Assessment
  • Time management abilities
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Reliability
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DaVita
01.2018 - Current

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

BSA Hospital
11.2015 - 03.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Clovis Community College

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