Cameo Sudhoff
Fort Recovery,OH
Summary
Indiana State Board Certified Registered Nurse with over 7 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in the inpatient,outpatient and homecare setting. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Have 5 years clinical practicum experience, 2 years experience on medical-surgical unit, 1 year experience in home health care and a passion for delivering quality healthcare. Efficient, compassionate and versatile health care professional with broad knowledge of various nursing disciplines and special passion for obstetrics. Engaged communicator with patients, offering rare combination of empathy and firm professionalism. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
1824
1824
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Care RN
IU Health Home Care
Muncie, IN
06.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Assessed patient health by conducting physical examinations and evaluating medical histories.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Instructed family members in basic nursing skills including wound care, injections, catheterization, and other treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients facing difficult decisions regarding their health care options.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the progress of each patient's treatment plan.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning with physicians, social workers, case managers, therapists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- 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.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- 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.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
RN
IU Health Jay
Portland, IN
08.2017 - Current
- Organized patient and physician activities for 6 practitioner office with warmth, professionalism and confidentiality and drove clear and complete communication among team.
- Coordinated computerized functions for automated prescriptions, patient medical records and laboratory information and trained other office staff members in electronic operations.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Completed electronic documentation and prior insurance authorizations for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
- 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.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Participated in continuing education programs to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Documented all therapies, including medication and procedures to keep patient charts up-to-date.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jay County Hospital
Portland , IN
11.2015 - 08.2017
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Delivered care to 4-8 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Recorded any action or behavior of clinical significance in EMR chart and kept physicians informed.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Prepared for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews, making required brochures and pamphlets available to patients in all clinics.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
- Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
- Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
- Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Delivered tailored nursing care to adult patients suffering from multiple diagnoses.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Oversaw safety and compliance with patient confidentiality requirements.
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
- Devised strategies to streamline admissions and discharge processes to ensure patients are seen promptly.
RN, Emergency Department (CDU)
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne , IN
06.201 - 11.2015
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Delivered care to 4patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Completed and maintained personal Performance-Based Development System (PBDS) standards to show consistent clinical competency and sound judgment.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jay County High School
Portland, IN06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University East
Richmond, IN05.2015
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient Management
- Medical assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Resource Allocation
- Family and patient support
- Prenatal care
- Strong medical ethic
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Community advocate
- VFC compliance
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient education and counseling
- Sick visit procedures
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Documenting vitals
- IV drug therapy management
- Hearing screenings
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Tracheostomy care
- Mobility Assistance
- Emotional awareness
- Diabetes management
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Coordinating referrals
- Infant CPR certified
- Patient discharging
- SBAR communication
- Follow-up calls
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Newborn education
- Health and wellness expertise
- Immunization skills
- Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS) certification
- TB certified
- BLS Certified
- Computer skills
- Problem resolution
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Critical thinking
- PPE use
- Microsoft Office
- Proficient using CHRIP
- Counseling
- Health care consultation
- Regulatory compliance
- Infectious disease control
- Infection control
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Diagnostic tools experience
- coding expertise
- Insurance pre-certifications
- Office workflow support
- Good work ethic
- Multitasking
- Educating patients
- Clinical education
- Presentation skills
- Performing physical assessments
- Planning & organizing
- Leadership and mentoring abilities
- Clinical supervision
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Creative Problem Solving
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Care Coordination
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Medication Administration
- Preventive Healthcare
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Attention to Detail
- Diet and Nutrition
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Nursing Consultation
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Care Plan Adherence
- Physician Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient care planning
- Chronic Disease Management
- Privacy and confidentiality
Certification
Sudhoff
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2011 to Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified (ACLS) 2015 to Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified (PALS) 2015 to Present
- TB certified 2015 to present
- Active VFC certification
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society of Nursing
- 6 months experience job shadowing in Reid Health ER
Timeline
Home Health Care RN
IU Health Home Care
06.2023 - Current
RN
IU Health Jay
08.2017 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Jay County Hospital
11.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Jay County High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University East
Sudhoff
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2011 to Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified (ACLS) 2015 to Present
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified (PALS) 2015 to Present
- TB certified 2015 to present
- Active VFC certification
RN, Emergency Department (CDU)
Parkview Regional Medical Center
06.201 - 11.2015
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