Ibiso Cotterell
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration and patient assessments. Known for developing individualized care plans and fostering collaboration among healthcare teams.
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with over four years of experience in direct patient care. Proficient in educating patients and families, ensuring adherence to treatment plans, and utilizing critical thinking to enhance patient outcomes.
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.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Reliant Pediatrics Home Healthcare
Katy, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders in home healthcare settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to interdisciplinary team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on care plans, promoting adherence and understanding of health conditions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for pediatric patients.
Registered Nurse
Heritage Park of Katy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Katy, TX
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and interventions using electronic health records.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and improving communication regarding patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery efficiency.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
RN Staff Nurse
Focus Care at Westwood
Houston, TX
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes to provide timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications.
- Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical findings.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
LVN Charge Nurse
Oakmont of Katy Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Katy, TX
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to health standards.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow to enhance efficiency in patient management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized care plans for residents.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration among nursing staff by encouraging the sharing of best practices, learning from one another''s experiences, and supporting each other in challenging situations.
- Fostered a positive work environment through mentorship, offering constructive feedback, and recognizing the achievements of fellow nurses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
Education
Certification - Wound Care Certification( WCN-C)
Advanced Health Institute
Houston, TX04-2024
Associate of Science - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05-2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nursing Bridges Institute
Pensacola, FL07-2022
No Degree - Vocational -Nursing ( LVN)
Bell Tech Career Institute
Houston, TX01-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Intravenous therapy
- Insulin medication assistance
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Geriatric nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Reliant Pediatrics Home Healthcare
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Heritage Park of Katy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - 10.2024
RN Staff Nurse
Focus Care at Westwood
10.2021 - 07.2023
LVN Charge Nurse
Oakmont of Katy Healthcare and Rehabilitation
11.2019 - 10.2021
Certification - Wound Care Certification( WCN-C)
Advanced Health Institute
Associate of Science - Ophthalmic Dispensing
Erie Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nursing Bridges Institute
No Degree - Vocational -Nursing ( LVN)
Bell Tech Career Institute