Desiree Vassar

• Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
• Supported efficient operation of healthcare team by maintaining organized patient records and charts.
• Assisted in preparation and execution of diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Effectively managed time and resources to provide optimal patient care during high-volume shifts, ensuring timely provision of necessary interventions.
• Assist with ADL's such as cleaning, turning and feeding.

• Assisted in the care of laboring patients, including monitoring fetal heart tones and contraction patterns under supervision.
• Medication administration with supervision
• Performed postpartum assessments such as fundal height and measurement checks.
• Postpartum lochia evaluation.
• Pre and Post vital signs.
• Conducted newborn assessments, including APGAR scoring, thermoregulation, and glucose checks.
• Promoted family centered care with skin to skin contact and safe sleep practices.
• Gained exposure to neonatal circumcision, including sterile technique, pain management and parent education.
• Patient education on newborn care, postpartum recovery and maternal health.

• Obtain and document vital signs and intake and output.
• Perform head to toe assessments under supervision
• Monitor for signs of pain, distress or changes in condition and report immediately.
• Provide age appropriate education
• Observe and administer medications under supervision
• Assist with treatments such as inhalation therapy and nebulizers.
• Assist with wound care dressing and changes.
• Observe pediatric procedures when available.
• Learned how to adapt care based on age and developmental level.

• Organize and plan care for multiple patients.
• Perform head to toe assessments, monitor vital signs and recognize abnormalities.
• Monitor pain levels and reassess after interventions.
• Assist with daily ADL's
• Perform fall risk and skin integrity assessments.
• Medication administration.
• Assist with starting and discontinuing IV's.
• Monitor and manage drainage systems with supervision.
• Perform wound care and dressing changes.
• Educate patients on medications, diagnosis and discharge instructions under supervision

• Provided compassionate support and patient centered care to patients and their families, assisting with activities of daily living and ensuring a comfortable and safe environment.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate integrated and comprehensive care.
• Gained experience in performing assessments.
• Assist with starting IVs.
• Medication Administration.
• Providing wound care.
• Assist with insertion of catheters.
• Providing trach care.
• Reading heart monitor records.
• Record patient care assessments and updates in medical charts.

Overview: Mental health care facility offering long-term and short-term treatment to patients with drug and alcohol abuse as well as psychiatric conditions.

• Responsible for planning and providing support and medical and nursing care to people who have a range of mental health and substance abuse issues.
• Make nursing diagnoses of patients medical and emotional status, and recommend treatment options.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients who are a danger to themselves and others, and observe, document, and help manage patients' behavior.
• Practiced deescalating psychotic episodes.
• Administering medication.
• Build relationships with patients by offering reassurance, active listening, and engaging in therapeutic conversations.
• Teaching patients relaxation techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation and appropriate notifications.
• Engaging in group therapy counseling sessions.

• Assisted RNs in providing patient care and support, gaining hands-on experience in various clinical settings.
• Performed vital sign assessments, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate, ensuring accurate data collection.
• Assisted in wound care management by cleaning and dressing wounds, promoting timely healing and infection prevention.
• Participated in patient education initiatives, providing information on medication administration, diet, and self-care practices.
• Monitored and supported patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene and grooming.
• Medication administration.