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India J. Cook

Gastonia,NC

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering patient-centered care from a holistic aspect. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with other healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

DaVita Dialysis
05.2023 - Current
  • Administers medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitors responses.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs for 12-14 patients simultaneously.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improves patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
  • Establishes strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing during treatment sessions.

Chiropractic Assistant

Thomas Chiropractic Center
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Input patient data into computer system and checked information for accuracy.
  • Scheduled patient appointments for busy chiropractic practice.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients.
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Performed electric muscle stimulation and ultrasound therapy.

Phlebotomist

CSL Plasma
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Performed Venipuncture on plasma donors and connected donors to apheresis machine
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Monitored patients for adverse reactions during specimen collection.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

UNC Charlotte
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Set up lab in preparation for upcoming chemistry experiments
  • Provided assistance to approximately 20 students performing chemistry experiments with minimal oversight from professors
  • Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
  • Applied fair grading practices consistently to evaluate students' work and assign letter or number values.

Intern/Medical Assistant

Highland Sleep and Neurology
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Created and prepared patient charts accurately for medical professionals.
  • Collected histories, vitals and current grievances via patient interviews.
  • Verified confidentiality of patient information and data in compliance with HIPPA laws.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing..

Education

Accelerated Bachelors of Nursing (ABSN) - GPA 3.7 -

Queens University of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
05.2023

Bachelor of Art (BA) - Chemistry, Biology

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
05.2019

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Vaccine administration
  • EMR / EHR
  • Patient Centered Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Team Leadership Qualities
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Vitals monitoring
  • CPR/AED

Timeline

Registered Nurse

DaVita Dialysis
05.2023 - Current

Chiropractic Assistant

Thomas Chiropractic Center
09.2019 - 06.2020

Phlebotomist

CSL Plasma
05.2019 - 09.2019

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

UNC Charlotte
08.2017 - 05.2019

Intern/Medical Assistant

Highland Sleep and Neurology
08.2013 - 08.2015

Accelerated Bachelors of Nursing (ABSN) - GPA 3.7 -

Queens University of Charlotte

Bachelor of Art (BA) - Chemistry, Biology

University of North Carolina At Charlotte

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