Provides care for medical and post-surgical patients in a 24-bed Neurological and Orthopedic unit
Cares for neurologically unstable patients with continuous neuro assessments and rapid escalation of care, including administering emergency and rescue medications for actively seizing patients, in accordance with protocols and provider orders
Follows infection risk protocols while caring for patients with EVD placement, active surgical EEG leads in place, and central lines
Precepts new graduate nurses during their orientation process
Participates in the peer mentorship program to gain knowledge from experienced nurses, and mentor new graduate nurses and clinical extenders
Patient Care Assistant
Dr. Stephen Thomas DMD
Tempe, Arizona
05.2020 - 08.2024
Performed room turnover between patients, including following infection prevention protocol to support clinical staff by maintaining readiness of treatment rooms and supplies
Displayed professional and friendly patient interaction while escorting patients to their treatment rooms and ensuring comfort throughought visits
Updated patient charts to ensure accurate patient data and clinical documentation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
12-2024
Certification
Registered Nurse - Alabama Board of Nursing License 1-203216