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HOPE UTIM

Sugar Land

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse

Moments Hospice
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.

Nurse

The Concierge
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.

Regional Clinical Coordinator

Sam Houston State University
04.2021 - 05.2022
  • Developed and maintained a professional relationship with physician offices, staff, and hospital staff to ensure a successful teaching and learning environment for medical students
  • Provided professional and administrative support managing the day-to-day operations of assigned Osteopathic Medicine Student 3 (OMS3) and Osteopathic Medicine Student 4 (OMS4) year clerkship program(s)
  • Facilitated Clinical Site Orientations at the beginning of each rotation
  • Scheduled and assisted with meetings, conferences and didactic sessions, additional learning opportunities, and exams using web and teleconferencing technologies when needed
  • Oversaw and assisted with coordinating programs for students, staff, and faculty concerning clerkship education for the third and fourth years
  • Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.

Community Health Worker

UT Physicians
06.2017 - 12.2017
  • Worked with social worker(s), case manager(s) and other clinic staff to improve the patient experience.
  • Reviewed PCP and demographic information
  • Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
  • Provided administrative coverage
  • Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
  • Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
  • Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.

Program Specialist

Neighborhood House Association
08.2001 - 12.2015
  • Prepared and maintained client-related paperwork, including federal- and state-mandated forms, client diagnostic records, and progress notes
  • Designed and administered vocational training courses in Computer Education, Clerical duties, Communication skills and Independent Living skills, to socially displaced adults
  • Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
  • Counseled clients or patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes
  • Received incoming phone calls and contact form submissions and provided timely responses to inquiries.
  • Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify gaps in service delivery and inform program development efforts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
01-2025

BS - Major in Social Work

Kuyper College
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2000

ADN -

Ideal Professional Institute
Miami, FL
01.2021

ACLS, BLS, CPI Certification -

American Red Cross
01.2023

Basics of Palliative Nursing Certification -

ELNEC
01.2022

Community Health Worker Certification -

AHEC
Houston, Tx
03.2018

Skills

  • Case Management
  • People skills
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Care Coordination Documentation
  • Patient Outreach
  • Multicultural/Diversity Skills
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Health promotion
  • Mental health care
  • End-of-life care
  • Mental health assessments
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Cultural awareness
  • Microsoft Office

Timeline

Nurse

Moments Hospice
02.2023 - 12.2023

Nurse

The Concierge
02.2023 - 05.2023

Regional Clinical Coordinator

Sam Houston State University
04.2021 - 05.2022

Community Health Worker

UT Physicians
06.2017 - 12.2017

Program Specialist

Neighborhood House Association
08.2001 - 12.2015

BS - Major in Social Work

Kuyper College

ADN -

Ideal Professional Institute

ACLS, BLS, CPI Certification -

American Red Cross

Basics of Palliative Nursing Certification -

ELNEC

Community Health Worker Certification -

AHEC

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Texas At Arlington
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