Geomol George
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Accomplished Dialysis Clinical Nurse Manager at Fresenius medical care , leveraging critical thinking and exceptional verbal communication to enhance patient care and staff performance. Spearheaded initiatives boosting patient satisfaction and developed comprehensive training programs, and excelled in quality assurance controls and policy development. Demonstrates a profound commitment to clinical excellence and leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Clinical Nurse Manager
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2021 - Current
- Oversaw admissions and discharges and scheduling of nursing staff.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel.
- Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
- Responded to behavioral and medical crises codes.
- Manage 9 nurses and 20 Patient care Technicians across 36 -chair chronic dialysis unit.
- Developed renal education for patients and their family.
- Supported patient self-advocacy within family relationships and during treatment plans.
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks.
- Directed day-to-day nursing and operational functions for 36-chair outpatient chronic dialysis unit, ensuring exceptional delivery of care when developing well-rounded nursing teams.
- Documented all aspects of care following facility and Medicare standards, creating accurate patient records of all interactions and interventions to sustain continuity of care.
- Initiated care plan and actualized appropriate interventions and treatment.
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs.
- Performed head-to-toe physical assessments, prioritizing treatment and delegating assignments to maintain patient flows.
- Introduced initiatives based on staff education, infection control audits, safe medication administration to achieve unit and facility goals.
- Conducted rounds with physicians, advising physicians on patients' conditions and assisting in coordinating diagnostic testing and follow up appointments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Acute Hemodialysis RN
Montefiore Medical Center - Montefiore Medical Group
11.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment plans and ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Evaluated lab results and adjusted treatments accordingly, ensuring optimal efficacy of each therapy session.
- Advocated for patients'' rights within the healthcare system while respecting their cultural beliefs, values, confidentiality, privacy preferences during treatment processes.
- Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
- Addressed issues with multiple organ systems in patients with critical illnesses.
- Implemented effective pre-and post-dialysis assessments, identifying potential concerns early on for prompt resolution.
- Contributed to the development of evidence-based protocols for acute hemodialysis care through regular participation in professional workshops and conferences.
- Coordinated with other hospital departments for timely transport of patients requiring urgent dialysis intervention.
- Worked on regular basis with patients suffering from conditions such as traumatic brain injuries, burns and cardiac events.
Dialysis Charge Nurse ( Team Leader )
Fresenius Medical Care NA
11.2014 - 08.2021
- Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Utilized automated healthcare databases to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Cared for patients in 36-chair unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic renal disease.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Supported seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly updating incoming technicians on patient status and ongoing treatment requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hillside College of Nursing
Bangalore , India 10.2007
Skills
- Policy and Program Development
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Data Analysis
- Time Management
- Patient Care Assessment
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Patient Advocacy
- Coordinate care with Health care Professionals
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Hire and Train New Employees
- Provide patients with support and Education
- Team Building activities
- Maintain Accurate Records
Certification
Registered Nurse -NY
License Number : 643957
Timeline
Dialysis Clinical Nurse Manager
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2021 - Current
Acute Hemodialysis RN
Montefiore Medical Center - Montefiore Medical Group
11.2017 - Current
Dialysis Charge Nurse ( Team Leader )
Fresenius Medical Care NA
11.2014 - 08.2021
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care NA
01.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hillside College of Nursing
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