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carlnique (nicky) Modl

Fort Myers,FL

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Fort Myers Pediatric Surgery Center
Fort Myers, FL
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Gulf Coast Medical Center
Fort Myers, FL
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
  • Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
  • Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
  • Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
  • Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
  • Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
  • Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
  • Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • 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.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bentley Care Center
Naples, Florida
05.2016 - 12.2021
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
  • Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
  • Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
  • Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Discovery Village At Naples
Naples, FL
03.2014 - 05.2016
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
  • Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
  • Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
  • Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
  • Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen University
Fort Myers, FL
01-2021

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Medvance Institute
9035 Sunset Drive Miami Fl, 33173
01-2009

High School Diploma -

North Miami Senior High School
North Miami, FL
06-1992

Skills

  • Medical assessment
  • Care Planning
  • Data Collection
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Management
  • Diabetes management
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Wound Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • ADL Assistance
  • Patient Counseling
  • OR and ER experience
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Hospice Care
  • Bi-lingual in English, French, Creole
  • Patient Assessment
  • Collecting vitals
  • Medication Distribution
  • Gastroenteral nutrition education
  • Intake and discharge
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Feeding Assistance
  • SBAR communication
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient Monitoring
  • IV and venipuncture certified

Languages

french
Full Professional
creole
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Fort Myers Pediatric Surgery Center
07.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Gulf Coast Medical Center
03.2021 - 06.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Bentley Care Center
05.2016 - 12.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Discovery Village At Naples
03.2014 - 05.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen University

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Medvance Institute

High School Diploma -

North Miami Senior High School
carlnique (nicky) Modl