Ciarra Kelly
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regional Care
New Rochelle, NY
09.2019 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing 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.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing 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 patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Buffa, NY
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Brookdale Assisted Living
Williamsville, NY
06.2013 - 04.2019
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- 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.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Buffalo, NY05-2024
Nursing
Erie 1 BOCES
Buffalo, NY06-2013
GED -
Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division
Buffalo, NY05-2005
Skills
- Patient Intake
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
- Samples collection
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Education
- Family Communication
- Care Planning
- Outpatient Care
- Vital signs
- Direct Patient Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Writing reports
- Immunization Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Counting narcotics
- Medication Dispensing
- Patient Care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Chronic Disease Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Mental Health Support
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Diabetes management
- Nursing Staff Supervision
Affiliations
Volunteer work with Buffalo Public Schools Crisis Prevention Team.
Accomplishments
- Deans List 2023-2024
- Graduated with honors as salutatorian in 2013
- Leadership award and scholarship through the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women's Club 2024
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Erie County Medical Center
11.2019 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regional Care
09.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2014 - 09.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Brookdale Assisted Living
06.2013 - 04.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trocaire College
Nursing
Erie 1 BOCES
GED -
Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division
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