Iris Kapaj
Largo,FL
Summary
Conscientious student nurse practitioner with 770 hours of clinical experience. Possessing a solid academic background coupled with hands-on clinical experience, I am equipped with the skills necessary to contribute effectively to healthcare teams. Seeking an opportunity to leverage my knowledge, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
VA BAY PINES HEALTH CARE
06.2021 - Current
- Provides direct nursing care, treatment, on-the-spot education, follow-up and documentation for 4-5 adult veterans with acute/chronic medical conditions and mental health/psychiatric conditions.
- Implements evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Serves as a preceptor to new staff members, guiding them through orientation processes and offering mentorship during their transition into the medical-surgical unit.
- Implements care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Manages patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Uses first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provides wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Participates in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Promotes patient safety through adherence to infection control protocols and implementation of fall prevention strategies.
- Promotes patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Manages care from admission to discharge.
- Serves in Charge Nurse Role.
Registered Nurse
HCA Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Provided direct nursing care, treatment, on-the-spot education, follow-up and documentation for 5-7 adult patients with acute/chronic medical conditions and post op patients.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Documented observations, assessments, and changes in patient's condition; and collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes.
- Educated patients and family members on all aspects of patient care.
- Provided wound and ostomy care; Orthopedic surgery/ Bariatrics/TMJ
- Charge Nurse Role; Lead and coordinate teams, delegate, coordinate care and collaborate with others as equal members of the interprofessional care team to integrate nursing knowledge.
Education
Master of Science - FNP
South University
Tampa, FL03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Tampa, FL08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Tampa, FL09.2018
Skills
- Proficient in conducting physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to establish rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams
- Knowledgeable in electronic health records (EHR) systems and medical documentation practices
- Familiarity with evidence-based medicine guidelines and clinical protocols
- Commitment to patient advocacy, cultural competence, and ethical healthcare practices
Certification
Florida Board of Registered Nursing- Registered Nurse
License number: 9498303 Expires 07/31/24
Medical -Surgical Nursing Certification MEDSURG-BC- ANCC Certification number: 2020042287 Expires 08/20/25
B.L.S -Basic Life Support, American Heart Association Expires 01/31/2025
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Italian
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Member-Florida Nurses Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
VA BAY PINES HEALTH CARE
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
HCA Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Science - FNP
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
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