Gwenette London

ENT Charge Nurse

CAVHS

Little Rock, AR

12.2016 - Current

Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

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ENT Charge Nurse

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Associate of Applied Science -

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ENT Charge Nurse

Associate of Applied Science -

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