Charlene Williams

• Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
• Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
• Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
• Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
• Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
• Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
• Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated with latest in emergency nursing practices.
• Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
• Conducted patient assessments to determine care priorities, improving treatment outcomes.
• Reduced patient wait times with efficient triage processes.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

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• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Assembled equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in specialty service areas.
• Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
• Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
• Fostered professional collaboration and participation of staff in decisions affecting patient care and practice environment.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Assembled equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in specialty service areas.
• Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
• Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
• Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop impactful treatment plans.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Provided care to patients with mobility issues offering to transport to medical appointments and assisting with medical tests.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Collaborated with other departments and medical staff to support provision of highest standard for total patient care.
• Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Administered and maintained comfort, treatment, medication, intravenous infusion and health care to support patient needs.
• Evaluated patient during admission, hospital stay and through discharge.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
• Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
• Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
• Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.

• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
• Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
• Contacted family immediately when issues arose with at-home patients in effort to find effective resolutions.
• Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
• Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
• Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
• Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
• Developed and implemented discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
• Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
• Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
• Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
• Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.

• Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.