James Kabatereine
Fortworth,TX
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with a proven track record, adept in diabetes management and patient advocacy. Excelled in care planning and electronic health records management, significantly improving patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and critical thinking, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with healthcare standards. Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Estates Nursing home &Rehab
Fort Worth, TEXAS
09.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Patient Safety Technician
John Peter Smith Hospital
Fort Worth, TEXAS
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Performed daily rounds to ensure patient safety and security.
- Conducted patient assessments for potential risks or hazards.
- Identified and reported any incidents of noncompliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate safe care delivery systems.
- Maintained records of incident reports and corrective actions taken to prevent reoccurrence of similar events.
- Observed clinical activities on a regular basis to ensure adherence with established guidelines and regulations.
- Responded quickly and effectively when problems arose concerning patient safety matters.
Medication Aide
Watermark Retirement Communities
Fort Worth, TEXAS
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
- Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
- Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Evaluated patient responses to medications administered and reported any changes or unusual occurrences immediately to supervising nurse or physician.
Medication Aide
Trai lake Nursing home $ Rehab
Fort Worth, TEXAS
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
- Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trailake Nursing @Rehab
Fort Worth, TEXAS
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT08-2024
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Makerere Business School
Kampala, Uganda08-1999
High School Diploma -
St Paul's Secondary School
Kabale , Uganda11-1996
Skills
- Diabetes management
- ADL Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Wound Care
- Health care consultation
- Patient Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Planning
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Infectious disease control
- Electronic Health Records Management
Languages
English
Professional
Swahili
Professional
Luganda, Runyankore
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Estates Nursing home &Rehab
09.2024 - Current
Patient Safety Technician
John Peter Smith Hospital
07.2022 - 08.2024
Medication Aide
Watermark Retirement Communities
03.2021 - 07.2022
Medication Aide
Trai lake Nursing home $ Rehab
02.2020 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trailake Nursing @Rehab
05.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Makerere Business School
High School Diploma -
St Paul's Secondary School
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