Resourceful RN committed to providing excellent care to patients. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with 15 years of experience monitoring treatment of patients diagnosed with disabilities, illnesses and distress.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Stat Home Health
07.2019 - Current
Provided direct patient care in home
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
United Home CAre
07.2011 - 07.2019
Provided direct patient care in home
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Glenwood Behavioral Health
05.2009 - 07.2011
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.