Doris Gayton
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Organized, versatile and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients, for greater than 40 years. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Experience and longevity of service in Intensive Care, with a love for Hospice. Proven leadership skills, unity and guidance of family medicine team, working toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction, innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Angeles of Care Pediatrics
Yuma, AZ
11.2018 - Current
- Consulted with client mangers and disciplinary team members regarding additional testing or treatment options as needed.
- Assessed and responded quickly to changes in patient conditions and reported any issues promptly.
- Maintained a safe and organized environment in the patient's room while adhering to infection control protocols., including wheelchair safety.
- Reassessed individualized care plans for patient daily care and upon any physiologic or psychosocial changes in condition. Reported to client manager to promote interventions toward clients goals.
- Instructed family members and caregivers on proper home healthcare techniques, including hand hygiene.
- Educated family and disciplines regarding patients diagnosis, treatment options and care techniques, including progress, recovery and any changes and concerns, to promote comprehensive care.
- Provided direct care to patients in accordances with established company policies, including medication administration according to physicians orders, inhalation treatments, trach care and exchange.
- G-tube administrations, ventilator settings and suction to keep airway patent, and utilization of assistive communication device.
- Recorded care information accurately and completely in electronic data systems.
- Followed up on all diagnostic tests including lab work and imagings.
- Obtained medical equipment and community resources for optimal patient success with medical interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration And Finance
American Intercontinental University
Schaumburg, IL06-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA06-1978
High School Diploma -
Dominguez Senior High
Compton, CA06-1970
Skills
- Supervision and leadership
- Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Time Management, and project planning
- Critical Thinking and active listening
- Data Entry
- Team collaboration and decision making
Affiliations
- Line dancing, reading and sewing are my favorite pastimes
Accomplishments
- Developed team self scheduling
- Achieved recognition for team huddle before start of shift
Certification
- Maintain compact Registered Nurse License
- Developed and promoted Diabetic program
- CCRN
- Hospice Case Manager
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Angeles of Care Pediatrics
11.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration And Finance
American Intercontinental University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Cerritos College
High School Diploma -
Dominguez Senior High