Grace Shed

• Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes of up to 50 patients.
• Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
• Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care for up to 50 patients, administer tests and monitor patient status.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
• Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
• Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.

• Responsible for assessing and admitting patients to hospice in patients home, hospital or nursing home setting
• Make as needed visits to patients to provide end of life care
• Perform head to toe assessment, review medications and coordinate care with staff, physician and team
• Assist patient with symptom management and provide support to their families.

• Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
• Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes of 85 bed facility.
• Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
• Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.

• Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
• Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
• Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
• Observed, monitored and reported changes in patient condition to supervising RN or physician in accordance with policies and procedures of medical facility.

Special Skills Medication administration. Head to toe assessments Nursing documentation. Educating nurses and patients/families. Team player Detail oriented

Associates degree in Nursing.