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Fatemeh Degarmo

Lewiston,ID

Summary

Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 14 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Floor Nurse

Cascadia Clarkston
Clarkston, WA
07.2022 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

RN Floor Nurse

Prestige Nursing home
Lewiston, ID
08.2021 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

RN Staff Nurse

Lewiston transitional care of cascadia
Lewiston, ID
02.2015 - Current
  • Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
  • Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
  • Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
  • Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce symptom or condition re-emergence.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
  • Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
  • Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
  • Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
  • Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
  • Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
  • Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
  • Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
  • Incorporated business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality and satisfaction.

RN Case Manager

Regions
Lewiston, ID
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
  • Actively participated in family and patient planning processes.
  • Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
  • Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of healthcare team, patients and families.
  • Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
  • Incorporated appropriate nursing methods to create individualized care plans.
  • Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).
  • Collaborated in consults, patient care plans development, patient monitoring and evaluations.
  • Administered medications and treatment plans in accordance with physician orders.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Collaborated with physicians during medical rounds, updated treatment plans and provided plan of care to patients and families.
  • Obtained and followed physician recommendations for both inpatient and outpatient care depending on diagnosed recovery process.
  • Conducted evaluations to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications.
  • Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily continuous quality care to patients.
  • Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.
  • Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
  • Trained, guided and mentored home healthcare providers to ensure all objectives were met.
  • Arranged placement of admissions and transfers in accordance with clinical standards and guidelines.
  • Secured insurance authorizations to SNF/LTACH rehabilitation facilities or long-term care placement
  • Secured insurance authorizations to SNF/LTACH rehabilitation facilities or long-term care placement.
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers and negotiated medical equipment and supply prices.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Secured insurance authorizations to SNF/LTACH rehabilitation facilities or long-term care placement.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Coordinated home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment, reducing patient wait time.
  • Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
  • Liaised between injured workers and hospital staff to organize treatment and after-care services.

RN-Tele/Neurologist

St. Bernard's Hospital
Jonesboro, AR
12.2014 - 12.2015
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.

RN-Oncology/Telemarketer

Freeman Hospital
Joplin, MO
10.2013 - 09.2014
  • Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
  • Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
  • Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments.
  • Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
  • Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
  • Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
  • Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions in patient charts.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

RN Supervisor

Spring River Christian Village
Joplin, MO
06.2012 - 07.2013
  • Oversaw multi-unit operations and addressed operational, staffing and care issues with immediate or long-term impacts.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
  • Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
  • Monitored infection control and critical incidents and made changes and improvements to processes where necessary.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

RN

Truman Health care
Lamar, MO
06.2011 - 06.2012
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

RN Floor Nurse

Lewiston transitional care and rehab
Lewiston, ID
02.2010 - 05.2011
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

RN

Bishop Place
Pullman, WA
06.2009 - 06.2010
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Walla Walla Community College, Clarkston WA
Clarkston, WA
07.2009

General Studies

Lewiston Senior High School
Lewiston, ID
06.2004

Skills

  • Medical Screening
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Unit Administration
  • Care Coordination
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Medication Administration
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Immunizations and Vaccinations
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Nursing Consultation
  • Decision Making
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Taking Vitals
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Diabetes Management
  • Seizure Management
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Nursing Plan Development and Modification
  • Life-Sustaining Machines
  • Intake and Discharge
  • Long-Term Care
  • Culturally-Sensitive Care
  • Health Care Consultation

Languages

Persian
Native/ Bilingual

persan

I am able to verbally communicate and understand others, though i do not write or am able to read persan writing.

Timeline

RN Floor Nurse

Cascadia Clarkston
07.2022 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

Prestige Nursing home
08.2021 - Current

RN Case Manager

Regions
01.2021 - 07.2022

RN Staff Nurse

Lewiston transitional care of cascadia
02.2015 - Current

RN-Tele/Neurologist

St. Bernard's Hospital
12.2014 - 12.2015

RN-Oncology/Telemarketer

Freeman Hospital
10.2013 - 09.2014

RN Supervisor

Spring River Christian Village
06.2012 - 07.2013

RN

Truman Health care
06.2011 - 06.2012

RN Floor Nurse

Lewiston transitional care and rehab
02.2010 - 05.2011

RN

Bishop Place
06.2009 - 06.2010

Associate of Science - Nursing

Walla Walla Community College, Clarkston WA

General Studies

Lewiston Senior High School

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