Registered nurse specializing in care coordination, infection control, and patient education. Demonstrated success in implementing personalized care plans that improve health outcomes through effective collaboration and critical thinking.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Home Health Services
Riverchase, AL
05.2009 - 12.2011
Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure safety and well-being in home environments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans that addressed patient needs.
Educated patients and families on disease management and health maintenance to promote better health outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Davita
Birmingham, Alabama
03.2008 - 12.2010
Educated patients and families on health conditions and home care procedures.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Birmingham, Alabama
07.2005 - 11.2008
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other members of thecritical care team.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse
Montclair Hospital
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2003 - 06.2005
Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.