Isabella Touzos

Clinical Assessment & Monitoring

• Conducted routine and in-depth neurological assessments, including close monitoring of fresh post-operative neurosurgical patients, to detect early changes in status
• Monitored vital signs and patient condition continuously, using clinical judgment to determine when provider notification was warranted
• Applied fall prevention strategies tailored to high-risk neuro/neurosurgical patients

Medication Administration

• Administered medications via IV, subcutaneous, IM, PO, NG tube, and infusion routes, monitoring closely for adverse reactions and providing patient education
• Administered high-risk medications, including blood products, IVIG, and oral chemotherapy, following strict safety protocols

Complex Care & Procedures

• Managed complex equipment and interventions, including central lines, drains, peritoneal dialysis, and tracheostomies
• Performed wound dressing changes in accordance with hospital protocol

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintained accurate, timely documentation of assessments, medication administration, and patient status changes in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards

Communication & Care Coordination

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and optimize patient care
• Delivered clear, thorough handoff reports to receiving hospitals and units
• Provided ongoing education to patients and families throughout hospitalization and at discharge
• Advocated for patients' needs and preferences across the care team

Leadership & Crisis Response

• Served as charge nurse, overseeing floor operations and supporting team members
• Oriented and mentored new graduate nurses
• Responded to emergency situations, including security emergencies, with a calm, decisive approach
• Provided compassionate support to patients and families during end-of-life care

• Provided 24/7 hands-on nursing care and supervision for pediatric patient with cerebral palsy as sole in-home clinical provider, ensuring safety and comfort
• Administered oral medications and managed comprehensive daily care needs, including feeding, bathing, and hygiene, tailored to the patient's mobility and developmental status
• Established trust-based relationships with family members through regular communication and family-centered care, enhancing support for patient

• Honoree of Magna Cum Laude
• Volunteer Experience: Mustard Seed Communities Mission Trip — Kingston, Jamaica (Jan. 2023): Traveled to Kingston, Jamaica to provide hands-on care, caregiver education, and essential medical/developmental support for pediatric patients with disabilities at the Mustard Seed Communities orphanage.