India Gordon
Farmington Hills,,MI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience offering high quality patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve patient satisfaction and well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes with the ability to manage and prioritize effectively in high-acuity environments. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, leadership, and the ability to guide and support nursing staff.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Provide direct care to patients on the Observation unit with conditions such as chest pain, heart failure, syncopal episodes, respiratory issues, strokes, acute kidney injuries, infections, anemia, altered mental status, and mental health crises, averaging about 5-6 patients per shift.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Administer medications and treatments as per physician orders, closely monitoring to ensure patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitor vital signs and assess patient conditions, communicating changes to the healthcare team effectively.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning, fostering independence in care routines.
- Train new nursing staff members on best practices and hospital policies, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
12-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Telemetry monitoring
- Electronic Health Record (Epic)
- Infection Control & Safety Protocols
- Precepting
- Charge Nurse
- Patient & Family Teaching
- Acute & Chronic Condition Management
- Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgement
- Effective Communication & Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Multiple Daisy Awards
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College