Candice Wash

Full-Time 80 hours bi-weekly

• Assist with intake of patients in preparation for provider visits and maintain clinic flow
• Serve as a Team Lead member providing positive outcomes and meet all department and company goals, objectives, and develops team focused interaction among peers and staff
• Provide health promotion, health education and coaching on wellness, disease prevention, and chronic care management
• Provide patient education regarding all aspects of spine and neurosurgery care, procedure which are performed in clinic, and initiates consults to social work, mental health clinic and dietary
• Manages and delivers nursing care for complex patient situation under the direction of a nurse manager or provider
• Primarily assigned to follow established guidelines to safely evaluate patients to the appropriate level of care and to provide skilled interventions for patients evaluation and treatments
• Record medical history, symptoms and documentation in the medical record
• Coordinate patient care
• Provide patient care by conducting patient assessment, administering treatment and medication, Scheduling diagnostic tests, and arranging follow up appointments
• Assist providers with exam/procedures
• Serves as a responsible member of the nursing team and interacts in an appropriate manner with patients, Family members, professional and other supportive personnel involved in the delivery of patient care
• Effectively communicate face to face or over the telephone with patients and team members
• Participate in the management and follow up of patient care needs and request
• Initiate surgery prior authorizations
• Schedule spine and neurosurgery surgeries
• Schedule follow up appointment post surgery
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills
• Scheduling and evaluating patients with nursing appointments for blood pressure checks and injections
• Maintaining up to date charting, including short and long term goals.
• Ordering medication and supplies as necessary
• Daily checks for the refrigerators, oxygen tanks. glucometer and supplies
• Responsibilities including, but not limited to, running the clinic in a well- timed and prudent manner
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale

Full-Time 80 hours Bi-weekly

• Managed comprehensive care for 80 patients with renal disease, improving treatment adherence by 25%
• Implemented individualized patient education plans, resulting in a 40% decrease in hospital readmission
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care strategies
• Formulate a plan of care based on nursing assessment
• Supervised a team of 5 LPNs and 3PCTs
• Served as a unit team lead training new and current employees on dialysis machine set up, program and how to start treatment
• Provide professional assessment, coordination and planning of multiple health care services for end stage renal disease patients
• Acted as a patient advocate, coordinating between healthcare providers to ensure optimal care pathways
• Identify and document patient/family educational medication and implementing ongoing education relevant to those needs
• Apply knowledge of specific conditions and treatment therapies for specific patient population of the unit
• Perform appropriate assessment patient/family teaching of management of pain beginning at admission with reassessment and follow up throughout hospitalization and concluding with discharge planning needs
• Verify treatment orders relevant to the dialysis treatment for each individual patient
• Teach patients and significant others how to manage their illness by explaining post treatment home care needs and self administration of medication
• Primed dialyzer and bloodlines recording patient medical information and vital signs
• Oversaw dialysis treatment and cannulate accesses
• Remove femoral sheaths and administered medications including thrombolytic
• Cleaned and dressed permanent and temporary catheters
• Monitored patients adjusted specialized equipment and interpreted and recorded information
• Provide pre and post procedure care to patients within the hemodialysis unit
• Managed comprehensive care for 80 patients with renal disease, improving treatment adherence by 25%
• Serve as a preceptor/guides others in learning new skills, i.e. orientation, or improving skills

Part-Time 48 hours Bi-weekly

• Maintained updated records of patient medical histories to avoid interactions
• Inserted maintained and removed IVs according to physician instructions
• Managed inventories of tubing, bandages and other IV related supplies
• Monitored progress of patients once IV was inserted and started
• Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict aseptic technique during all procedures
• Identified potential drug interactions and complications
• Establish IV access for infusion patients, Monitor IV and document all actions and assessments appropriately in EMR
• Anticipate and proactively plan for education needs of patients and families
• Delegate to medical staff to ensure effective patient monitoring and care
• Create a calm and positive environment to ensure patient is comfortable during treatment
• Promoted a culture of safety within the department by regularly reviewing policies and updating protocols as necessary
• Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of procedures and reassurance during treatments
• Ensured accurate and timely documentation of all vascular access-related interventions, supporting accurate patient records and facilitating effective interdisciplinary communication
• Served as a mentor to new hires, providing guidance on clinical skills, organizational policies, and best practices for optimal patient care in the vascular access setting
• Facilitated smooth transitions between units for patients requiring ongoing vascular access care, ensuring seamless continuity of treatment
• Increased staff competency by providing comprehensive training on proper vascular access techniques and equipment usage
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care, contributing to a decrease in hospital readmissions
• Supported quality improvement initiatives, conducting audits and analyzing data to identify areas for enhancement in the vascular access program
• Developed strong rapport with patients, families, and caregivers to facilitate trust and open communication about care plans and expectations throughout the course of treatment
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens

Part-Time 48 hours Bi-weekly

• Document pertinent patient care observations and interventions implemented during assigned shift
• Delegate elements of care to the appropriate individual based upon assessed needs, condition and safety of the patient
• Improve care provided to patients and families
• Document effectiveness within 60 minutes of administration of all PRN medication
• Teach patients about specific medication effects and reactions whenever administering medication
• Perform nursing measures to prevent complications by recognizing deviations and changes in patient condition
• Prepare and administer medication according to plan of care
• Consistently and appropriately prioritize patient care assignments
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs
• 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
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
• 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
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery
• 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
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens

Part-Time 64 hours Bi-weekly

• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
• Administered medications and injections to patients
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
• Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs
• Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN
• Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings
• Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
• Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
• Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care

Full-Time 80 hours Bi-weekly

• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
• Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times
• Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
• Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs
• Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved
• Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately
• Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current in STNA best practices and industry trends
• Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals