Emily Pousson

Registered Nurse

Ochsner Acadia General Hospital

01.2003 - Current

Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.