Harumi Gittens
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
Kessler Rehab
09.2022 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, psychological, and social needs
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate documentation
- Monitor vital signs, pain levels, and response to interventions
- Assist patients in activities of daily living, mobility exercises, and therapeutic activities
- Provide education to patients and their families on rehabilitation goals, self-care, and safety measures
- Coordinate and facilitate physical, occupational, and speech therapy sessions
- Monitor and track patients' progress and adjust care plans accordingly
- Implement adaptive techniques and equipment as needed to enhance patient independence
- Advocate for patients' needs and preferences within the healthcare team
- Act as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure effective communication
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols
- Prevent and manage complications, falls, and pressure ulcers
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including progress notes and care plans
- Report changes in patients' conditions to the healthcare team promptly
- Adhere to all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and facility-specific policies.
Registered Nurse
Alaris Health At St Mary's
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Walden University
11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
10.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASA College
06.2020
Skills
- Team building
- Decision-Making
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Certification
- New York State Board of Nursing, Available upon request
- New Jersey Endorsement, Available upon request
- CPR Certified
- HIPAA Certified
References
- Natasha Anderson, Registered Nurse, Elev8 Center New York, 151 W 136th St, New York, NY, 10030, 561-317-8785
- Peter Oleka, Registered Nurse, Alaris Health at St Mary’s, 135 S. Center Street, Orange, NJ, 07050, 973-819-5233
- Herman Kenah, Registered Nurse, Newark Beth Isreal Medical Center, 201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ, 07112, 551-998-5462
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
Kessler Rehab
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Alaris Health At St Mary's
11.2020 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
ASA College
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Walden University
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