Elena Hoxha
Macomb,MI
Summary
Seasoned Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Detroit Medical Center - Children's Hospital of Michigan. Excelled in hemodynamic monitoring and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Renowned for critical thinking and compassionate care, I embody continuous improvement and patient advocacy, ensuring high-quality care and safety.
Professional healthcare provider with comprehensive expertise in pediatric critical care. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care, adapt to evolving clinical needs, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Strong skills in patient assessment, advanced life support, and crisis management. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless team coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Detroit Medical Center - Children's Hospital of Michigan
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Mentored new nurses, sharing expert knowledge and clinical skills to enhance their professional development.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols, safe medication administration practices, and evidence-based guidelines for the prevention of hospital-acquired complications.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by skillfully assessing, diagnosing, and treating critically ill pediatric patients.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients'' rights while respecting cultural diversity within the critical care environment.
- Decreased medication errors through vigilance in medication administration, verification processes, and timely documentation updates.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between hospital departments or facilities for optimal continuity of care during transfers or discharges.
- Conducted thorough handoff reports during shift changes to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Maintained current knowledge of pediatric critical care nursing best practices through continuing education, professional conferences, and peer-reviewed literature.
- Demonstrated adaptability by floating to other departments when needed to provide coverage for staff shortages or increased acuity levels.
- Reduced complications from invasive procedures through meticulous monitoring and prompt intervention.
- Expedited recovery times by implementing appropriate interventions based on continuous assessment of vital signs and symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive nursing care tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to critically ill patients.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
- Contributed to the development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the ICU setting.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Nurse Extern
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
- Streamlined inventory management of medical supplies, ensuring availability and reducing waste.
- Improved team communication, ensuring all members were informed of patient needs and care plans.
- Supported patient nutrition by assisting with meal planning and feeding as necessary.
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes, reducing wait times and administrative burden.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Silver Pine Medical Group
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed the release of information process, safeguarding sensitive patient data while adhering to legal requirements.
- Trained fellow technicians on best practices for managing health information, fostering a high-performance team environment.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately organizing and maintaining medical records and health information.
- Implemented quality control measures within the department, resulting in improved accuracy rates in medical record keeping.
- Assisted healthcare providers with timely access to accurate medical records, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Optimized storage solutions for physical medical records while ensuring easy retrieval when needed.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through diligent management of confidential patient data.
- Reduced errors in coding diagnoses and procedures by meticulously reviewing medical records for accuracy.
- Contributed to revenue cycle management by accurately coding services rendered for billing purposes.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement in documentation practices.
- Monitored changes in regulations and guidelines affecting medical records management, adjusting departmental policies accordingly.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with external vendors, ensuring smooth operations within the department.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes for increased efficiency in retrieving crucial patient information.
- Assisted patients in understanding their rights regarding personal health information privacy under HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Identified new methods to optimize medical records management.
- Generated and maintained statistical data related to medical records.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
- Assisted in training new staff on medical record processing and filing procedures.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI05-2023
Skills
- Preceptorship
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Isolation precautions
- Airway management
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Parenteral nutrition
- Quality improvement
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Seizure management
- Ventilator management
- Peripherally inserted central catheter
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Involved in many research studies alongside medical physicians.
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pediatric Critical Care Registered Nurse
Detroit Medical Center - Children's Hospital of Michigan
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern
Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak
01.2022 - 08.2023
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Silver Pine Medical Group
09.2018 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Detroit Mercy
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