Two years experience in supervisory role on acute care orthopedic floor. Six years of experience in primary care with orthopedic patients at the post-op and rehab levels. Four years experience in primary care in geriatric facility. Maintain strong reputation for achieving high levels of patient satisfaction. Seeking new role within a facility that encourages and promotes a higher standard of patient care.
Managed team of medical support personnel. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients. Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met. Responsible for Hemovac Autotransfusion System administration.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Provided necessary health education training for patients. Managed caseload of 10-13 patients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, venipuncture and wound care.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines. Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Tested glucose and administered injections. Organized, updated and maintained over 30 patient charts. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certified
Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of South Carolina, License number 205207