Ihovana Perera
Miami,FL
Summary
Highly skilled, board-certified, newly graduated Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. A seasoned nurse specializing in neuro-critical care seeking to utilize clinical expertise and a patient-centered approach to provide exceptional care in an acute care environment. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and passionate about improving patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Neurocritical Care Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
02.2017 - Current
- Respond to code stroke, assess patients, review imaging, and coordinate intervention with the neuro team.
- Responsible for conducting thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notify, and initiate appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Manage drains, including external ventricular drains (EVD)
- Measuring intracerebral pressure (ICP)
- Completing thorough neurological assessments of both conscious and unconscious patients
- Responds to life-saving situations based on nursing standards and protocol
- Endotracheal tube, Tracheotomy, and colostomy care
- Renal I&O catheterization
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
04.2016 - 02.2017
- 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 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse Risk Manager
The Nursing Center at Mercy
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Risk Manager/ QA-PI Coordinator/ Abuse Coordinator for a 60-bed facility
- Responsible for reviewing quality indicators to identify gaps in patient care through quality assurance tools and ensuring compliance with Medicare requirements and ethical standards of practice.
- Responsible for examining and investigating resident and family grievances.
- In-servicing staff on new policies and procedures and reinforcing education on established ones. Focus reviews to ensure proper, accurate, and timely documentation.
- Assisted in carrying out supervisory responsibilities according to organizational policies and applicable laws.
- Responsible for investigating and reporting adverse incidents to ACHA and other governmental agencies.
- Responsible for workman's compensation claims and attorneys' litigations.
- lementQuickly responded to situations impacting safety and security in the facility, implementing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner -
Nova Southeartern University
West Palm Beach, FL2024
Master of Science - Leadership And Administration
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy Hospital College of Nursing
Miami, FL12.2012
Skills
- Advanced Practice Procedures
- Advance Clinical Decision Making
- Neuro-critical Care Nursing
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- JCAHO Standards/Compliance
- Case Management
- Patient and Family Education
- Electronic Health Record Proficiency
- Proven ability to research, identify, and quickly resolve problems
- Knowledge of medication therapy management and prescription writing
- Proficient in diagnostic interpretation and test orders, able to identify and work toward the resolution of clinical challenges
- Self-motivated and able to work under pressure with a strong desire to learn
Supervisory responsibilities
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Monitors and corrects job performance of employees.
Acute Care I II III Clinical Rotation
Palmetto General Hospital
- Assisted neurologists in performing comprehensive neurological assessments and assessing and treating complex neurological conditions, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, seizures, and neurodegenerative diseases,
- Ordered and reviewed diagnostic tests such as MRI, CT scans, and EEG to guide clinical decision-making under the guidance of a neurologist.
- Actively participated in stroke response teams, contributing to timely interventions and outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Collaborated with neurology teams to create individualized care plans, focusing on medical management and rehabilitation strategies for optimal patient recovery.
- Provided patient and family education on neurological conditions, treatment options, prognosis, medications, and lifestyle modifications, ensuring patient understanding and compliance.
Capstone Clinical Rotation
- Assisted in performing cardiovascular-focused skills and procedures, including focused cardiac assessment and physical exam, chest radiograph interpretation, electrocardiogram interpretation, and interrogation of ventricular assist devices.
- Assisted in managing patients with acute coronary syndromes and other cardiovascular emergencies.
- Assisted in developing cardiovascular diagnoses, formulating a treatment plan, and evaluating patient response to treatment
- Monitored patient progress, adjusted medications, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes
- Educated patients and families regarding the cardiovascular disease process, including primary and secondary cardiac prevention, while remaining mindful of the patient's emotional, physical, and cultural needs.
Educationlicensureandcertification
- Associate Degree in Nursing, Mercy Hospital College of Nursing, 05/17
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Nova Southeastern University, 05/21
- Master's Degree in Nursing: Management and Leadership, Nova Southeastern University, 05/24
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Registered Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), Nova Southeastern University, 05/24
Affiliations
- Neurocritical Care Society,
- American Association of Legal Nurses
- American Red Cross
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Charge Neurocritical Care Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
02.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Palmetto General Hospital
04.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse Risk Manager
The Nursing Center at Mercy
01.2012 - 01.2015
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner -
Nova Southeartern University
Master of Science - Leadership And Administration
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy Hospital College of Nursing
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