Registered Nurse
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
Ft. Pierce, FL
01.2008 - 2018
- Oversaw medication administration and monitored patient responses to ensure adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to design and execute tailored care plans.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Facilitated coordination of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize operational efficiency.
- Employed critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions according to patient acuity levels and specific needs.
- Executed comprehensive patient assessments to promptly identify condition changes and ensure timely physician notification.
- Guided new nursing staff in best practices to elevate team knowledge and performance standards.
- Established and enforced infection control procedures to enhance patient safety standards.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.