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Donna Lewis

Coral Springs,Florida

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Hardworking Registered Nurse and Charge Nurse well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Broward Health Coral Springs
Coral Springs, FL
09.2019 - Current
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Monitored implementation of care plans for entire unit.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders.

Registered Nurse Ortho-Neuro

Broward Health Coral Springs
Coral Springs, FL
03.2009 - 07.2013
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.2006

Skills

  • Patient monitoring
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Diabetes management
  • Family and patient support
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Management
  • Patient discharging
  • Infectious disease control
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Postpartum care

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Broward Health Coral Springs
09.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse Ortho-Neuro

Broward Health Coral Springs
03.2009 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

Broward College
Donna Lewis