Christina Lacy

I currently over see the car of two 80 year old individuals. One Diabetic and the other COPD/ Dementia. I assist them in their daily needs from transportation, mediation needs, assist with meals when needed, and basic ADLs when needed.

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
• Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing care based on urgency and need.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Oversaw clinical training for nursing students, ensuring valuable experiential learning and fostering career growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
• Assessed patient conditions, documenting changes to inform treatment adjustments.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

• Administered cardiovascular medications and monitored patient vitals during catheterization procedures.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Educated patients and families on post-procedure care and lifestyle modifications.
• Assisted in performing diagnostic tests, including angiograms and stent placements.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
• Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
• Ensured smooth workflow by coordinating pre-and post-procedure activities for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization.
• Treated plaque buildup within arteries with angioplasty balloon procedures.
• Assisted in the identification and treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias during cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Provided post-procedural care for patients, including monitoring vital signs, assessing pain management needs, and educating patients on discharge instructions.
• Administered diagnostic angiograms, injecting intravenous dye for x-ray examination and using catheters to introduce tools needed for medical treatments.

• Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and family input.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic patient care strategies.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care practices.
• Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices for geriatric care delivery and patient engagement.
• Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in daily operations.
• Advocated for older adult patients, ensuring they received appropriate resources and services to maintain their wellbeing.
• Assessed fall risks among the elderly population, implementing targeted prevention strategies to reduce injury occurrences.
• Assisted patients with dressing, eating and bathing and encouraged patients to perform basic needs independently to promote self-esteem.
• Closely monitored acute conditions related to falls and accidents, as well as chronic conditions, such as arthritis and COPD.
• Maintained a high standard of infection control practices, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections among vulnerable geriatric patients.
• Promoted family involvement in the care process, providing education on geriatric conditions and assisting with caregiver support resources.
• Supported patients experiencing cognitive decline by implementing individualized interventions based on their unique needs and preferences.
• Anticipated needs of aging adults and worked closely with multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care to elderly patients.
• Prevented complications in geriatric patients with complex medical histories by closely monitoring vital signs and lab results, initiating timely interventions when needed.