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Edson Saintis
Registered Nurse
Covington,Georgia
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with over twenty years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Med/Surg specialty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Med/Surgical Nurse
Alliance Nurse Core Inc
05.2023 - Current
- Expedited discharge processes by coordinating necessary resources such as home health services or physical therapy referrals for recovering patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and closely monitoring post-surgical progress.
- Reduced recovery times for surgical patients through diligent monitoring and timely intervention when needed.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs following surgery.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control measures and maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
Med/Surgical Nurse
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2023
- Expedited discharge processes by coordinating necessary resources such as home health services or physical therapy referrals for recovering patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and closely monitoring post-surgical progress.
- Reduced recovery times for surgical patients through diligent monitoring and timely intervention when needed.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs following surgery.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control measures and maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
Nursing Supervisor
Social Circle Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2013 - 04.2016
- Implemented evidence-based practices in nursing procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Maintained strong knowledge of current industry trends and best practices, attending professional development workshops regularly.
- Conducted annual performance evaluations for nurses under my supervision, identifying areas of growth while offering valuable feedback.
- Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations through thorough documentation and adherence to protocols.
- Oversaw the admission process for new patients, ensuring proper documentation was completed, and relevant information was communicated to all parties involved in their care plan.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Associate Degree In Nursing
North Georgia College & State University
Dahlonega, GA 05.2001 -
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Wellesley Hills, MA 05.2001 -
GED -
Roxbury Community College
Boston, MA 05.2001 -
Skills
Compassionate Care
Physician Collaboration
Wound Care
Medication Administration
IV Insertion
Pain Management
Direct Patient Care
Preoperative Care
Infection Control
Needs Assessment
Chronic Disease Management
Documentation
Patient Condition Monitoring
Vitals monitoring
Problem-solving aptitude
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Effective Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Compassionate and Caring
Diabetes management
Medication and IV administration
Accurate Documentation
Critical Thinking
Patient Education
Certified in CPR/AED
Written Communication
Intravenous therapy
Strong Clinical Judgment
Software
Certification
BLS, NIHSS, ACLS
Timeline
Med/Surgical Nurse
Alliance Nurse Core Inc
05.2023 - Current
Med/Surgical Nurse
Piedmont Newnan Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2023
Nursing Supervisor
Social Circle Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2013 - 04.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Associate Degree In Nursing
North Georgia College & State University
05.2001 -
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Massachusetts Bay Community College
05.2001 -
GED -
Roxbury Community College
05.2001 -