Chandra Miller

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
• Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
• Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
• Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
• Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.

Charge nurse for ventilator/tracheotomy unit

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.

• Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.