Diahan Lilavois
New Port Richey,FL
Summary
Accomplished and dedicated healthcare professional with hands-on background in patient-centered care in the primary care setting. Extensive preparation in health promotion and disease prevention through evidence-based practice. Bachelor's degree as Registered Nurse and Master's degree as Family Nurse Practitioner Board-Certified.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Allegro
Saint Petersburg, Florida
02.2013 - 11.2016
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- 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.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Registered Nurse
Notre Dame Long Term Care Facility
Worcester, MA
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients by effectively communicating with other healthcare providers.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Registered Nurse
Westminster Suncoast
Saint Petersburg, Florida
09.1995 - 09.2011
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Coordinated appropriate use of resources, such as equipment and supplies, to ensure availability when needed.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings which resulted in improved symptoms management.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications, and prevention methods.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures within the unit and recommended changes based on best practices.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients by effectively communicating with other healthcare providers.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Assisted in the training of nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering an environment conducive to learning and skill development.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient care delivery within the organization.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Mentored new nurses as they transitioned into practice, providing guidance and support to promote professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South University
Tampa, FL06.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY06.1989
Skills
- Decision-Making
- HIPAA Education
- Taking vitals
- Diabetes management
- Vaccine administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Insulin medication assistance
- Patient Counseling
- Medical Screening
- Needs Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Maintaining privacy
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Care
- Medical assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient care planning
- Relationship Building
- Geriatric Nursing
- Documentation
- Feeding pumps understanding
- [Type] regulatory compliance
- Emotional awareness
- Patient Care Assessment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Allegro
02.2013 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse
Notre Dame Long Term Care Facility
02.2012 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse
Westminster Suncoast
09.1995 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
South University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York