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Delihia Elizabeth Baldwin

Powder Springs,GA

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in Hospital, Acute and Clinic settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs. Enhance patient care with diligent attention to treatment plans and symptoms. Deliver expert care for acute and chronic conditions. Excellent charting, medication administration and training abilities. Reliable, punctual and able to handle fast-paced workload. Proven willingness to take on any task to support the team and help the business succeed. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with the patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Proven history of success in optimizing patient care as well-qualified and highly experienced RN Care Manager. Minimize hospital stays through detailed focus on internal systems and individual patient needs. Focused on boosting utilization and department operational efficiency. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency responses. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from acute and chronic illnesses. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Renal RN Case Manager/PDRN

Davita Healthcare
Douglasville, GA
07.2013 - Current
  • Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
  • Managed patient load of 100+ patients.
  • Collected labs monthly and collaborated w Core Team monthly(Nephrologist, Social Worker, Dietician) regarding results prior to Physician Rounds and made adjustments to orders and medications as ordered per Nephrologist to ascertain that each patient achieves positive outcomes.
  • Primary goals were positive outcomes, fewer hospitalizations and fewer readmissions.
  • Delivered evidence-based cost effective care to every patient based on extensive experience.
  • Complete physical assessments and monitoring of vital signs and report all concerning health changes to Physician and Care team.
  • Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status. Monitor the wellbeing of patients to ensure delivery of dependable, high quality care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
  • Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
  • Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Served patients by going above and beyond to offer exceptional support for all needs.
  • Modified patients treatment plans as indicated by patients responses and new physician orders.
  • Independently organized and coordinated work for 100+ patient workload including preparing for monthly labs and Physician appointments.
  • Educated patients monthly on PTH, Phosphorous, Albumin and Anemia Management etc.
  • Administer on-going clinical care for each patient and provide necessary follow up.
  • Experienced with documenting and maintains accurate records of telephone assessment, interventions, and disposition into nurse active software.
  • Experienced with conducting follow up telephone calls of all nurse advice encounters to assess outcomes of the initial nurse assessment and re-triage if presenting symptoms continue to worsen.
  • Experienced with using nursing assessment skills, patients will be identified and referred to appropriate disease management and medical case management teams.
  • Counseled and educated patients about Chronic illnesses(CKD, ESRD, DM, HTN, COPD, CHF).
  • Self-directed and autonomous with astute judgement skills.
  • Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
  • Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from Covid, Pneumonia, Influenza, Hepatitis B and other illnesses of concern.
  • Contributed to team efficiency, optimal patient flow, and accuracy in treatments by maintaining accurate and detailed reports and records.
  • Verified legibility of patient clinical notes and updates prior to review by primary physicians.

Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical care
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2005 - 07.2013
  • Charge Nurse at LTAC facilities and Hospital Based facility(Wellstar/Emory Adventist), Managed a staff of 8 Registered Nurses and organized and assigned daily scheduling.
  • Provided services managed care for Acute hemodialysis patients, Acute Peritoneal Dialysis patients(CCPD(FMC Cycler)CAPD), Acute Plasmapheresis in Long Term Care Facilities.
  • Managed patients with Pd catheters, Infusaports, subclavian and intrajugular catheters, Fistulas and Grafts.
  • Educated patients on renal diet, labs and electrolytes regarding determining factors to achieve adequate treatments
  • Administer medications per physician orders and protocol
  • Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
  • Calculate Ultrafiltration and determined dry weights ascending from assessments
  • Assess individual patient needs and formulated care plans
  • Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure, and asthma.
  • Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions, and dialytic treatments.
  • Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
  • Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
  • Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.

Dialysis Nurse/ Renal Transplant Nurse

Medical Group/Piedmont Hospital
05.2002 - 07.2005
  • Charge Nurse for 20 patient chairside dialysis unit
  • Managed patients with subclavian, intrajugular catheters, Fistulas and Grafts
  • Educated patients on renal diet, labs and electrolytes regarding determining factors to achieve adequate treatments
  • Administer medications per physician orders and protocol
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Calculated Ultra-filtrations and determined dry weights ascending from assessments and new physician orders
  • Monitored patients and supervised team of Patient Care technicians
  • Assess individual patient needs and formulated care plans
  • Patient care on Renal Transplant patients prior and after Transplantation
  • Administered Anti- rejection medications
  • Performed Peritoneal Dialysis on RTU patients prior to Transplantation.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered on daily basis.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Managed patients recovering from Renal Transplant Surgery.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
05.2023

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05.1997

Skills

  • Nursing Consultation
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Disease Processes
  • Mental and Physical Assessments
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Active Learning
  • Patient and Family Liaison
  • Clinical Quality Improvement
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Detailed Oriented
  • Self- managed and Self Driven

Additional Information

United States Army Reservist-

Natchez, Ms- Oct 1990- Jan 1997

References

Mrs. Shelli Jefferson- 404-709-0466

Mrs. Valeria Demoura- 770-595-1239

Ms. Mary Tuitt-404-457-2198

Ms. Dana Pope- 404-402-4004

Mrs. Joan Wokpara- 404-287-4821

Mrs. Beth Holcombe- 770-370-5014

Timeline

Renal RN Case Manager/PDRN

Davita Healthcare
07.2013 - Current

Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse

Fresenius Medical care
07.2005 - 07.2013

Dialysis Nurse/ Renal Transplant Nurse

Medical Group/Piedmont Hospital
05.2002 - 07.2005

Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse

The University of Texas At Arlington

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Alcorn State University

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