Elizabeth Hoch
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Aya Healthcare, demonstrating exceptional patient care and medication administration. Skilled in fostering patient and family advocacy, and adept in infection control measures. Reduced hospital readmissions through effective patient discharge education. Showcases strong interpersonal skills alongside comprehensive clinical expertise.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
06.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Registered Nurse
Optim Healthcare
Reidsville, GA
12.2010 - 07.2021
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
LPN Office Nurse
Southern Ob / Gyn
Statesboro, GA
11.2005 - 08.2011
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College
Albany, GA12.2015
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Documentation and Charting
Patient Assessment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound Care
Intravenous therapy
Taking vitals
Patient Discharge
EMR Systems
Certification
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Optim Healthcare
12.2010 - 07.2021
LPN Office Nurse
Southern Ob / Gyn
11.2005 - 08.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College