Damaris Chiamba
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Summary
Compassionate LVN Charge Nurse with strong skills in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Dedicated to improving patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective coordination with healthcare teams.
Professional nurse with strong background in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response. Brings focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and thorough clinical skills including wound care, patient assessments, and electronic health record management. Prepared to contribute effectively to any healthcare team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVN Charge Nurse
Ohio Psychiatric Hospital
Columbus Ohio
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Championed infection control practices within the unit by strictly adhering to guidelines and educating staff on proper procedures.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to patients'' needs, providing compassionate care, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
LVN Charge Nurse
West Park Nursing Home
Columbus Grove, OH
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any significant changes to medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to maintain a safe and efficient environment.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.
- Provided support during emergencies, ensuring rapid response protocols were followed.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Nursing
Fortis College
Westerville, OH09-2017
No Degree - General Studies
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD09-2012
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School
Bowie, MD06-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care coordination
- Team collaboration
Certification
Trach and Vent certified
Timeline
LVN Charge Nurse
Ohio Psychiatric Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2018
LVN Charge Nurse
West Park Nursing Home
01.2018 - 01.2018
Nursing
Fortis College
No Degree - General Studies
Prince George's Community College
High School Diploma -
Bowie High School