Demetrius Hester

Ambulatory Surgery Center-PreAdmission RN

Interviewing Patients prior to surgery, obtaining their medical history.

Venipunctures for Lab collections

Perform Electrocardiogram per MD orders

Patient/family education regarding surgery.

Precepting new staff members and students

RN Medical Reviewer for Railroad Medicare.

Accurate Processing of claims deferred for Medical review -MD visits, Radiology, Ambulance trips, Physical Therapy and Chiropractor.

Ensure local,state and federal law compliance.

Medical -Surgical Float Pool PRN

Assessment/Evaluation of Patient population that included Renal, Cardiac, Neurology and Transplant patients.

Provide comprehensive care per MD orders.

Dispense Medications,

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
• Orthopedic , Bariatric Surgical patients

• Internal Float Pool
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• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices

• Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the facility.
• Care of Orthopedic patients pre/post surgery.
• Inspection/assessment of surgical incision and Wounds.
• Monitor IV infusion
• Venipunctures for Lab collections and IV insertions
• Emotional support for patients and family

Staff Nurse at Medical Clinic for incarcerated Male Youth ages 9-17.

Daily sick call

Immunizations

Dispense Medications

Emotional support