JamesEtta Caldwell-Lane
Registered Nurse
Gwynn Oak,MD
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maria Parham Health
Henderson, NC
08.2023 - 10.2023
- 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.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
ECU
Halifax , NC
08.2021 - 09.2023
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
ECU
Greenville, NC
04.2021 - 07.2021
- 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.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Assisted with gait training and supported patient safety in cases of total loss of balance.
- Assisted patients with prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Applied hot and cold packs according to therapist directions.
- Guided patients in passive ROM exercises and instructed movements to assist therapist.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Instructed patients on how to use, remove and put on external assistive devices.
- Inspected physical therapy equipment for damage and arranged for repair.
- Assisted patients with removing clothing and supportive devices before appointments.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
University Of Maryland Medical System
Gwynn Oak, MD
04.2020 - 04.2021
- 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.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted with gait training and supported patient safety in cases of total loss of balance.
- Assisted patients with prosthetic or orthotic devices.
- Applied hot and cold packs according to therapist directions.
- Supported ADLs and room transfers for in-patient procedures.
- Removed and replaced treatment room linens to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Guided patients in passive ROM exercises and instructed movements to assist therapist.
- Maintained therapy spaces and equipment in top condition by cleaning, sanitizing and inspecting for damages.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Answered questions from patients about proper form when performing exercise routines at home.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Instructed patients on how to use, remove and put on external assistive devices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lifepoint Health
Danville , NC
05.2019 - 08.2019
- 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.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- 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.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Sterilized and arranged operating equipment and instruments to prepare room for surgery.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
Baltimore, MD
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Communicated with patients and recorded vitals after surgical procedures to evaluate current health status.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Agnes hospital
Baltimore, MD
03.2003 - 11.2017
- 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.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
Baltimore, MD
11.1997 - 10.2000
- Assessed and evaluated patient's condition, including physical and psychological status, to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care by administering medications, treatments, wound care, injections, and other skilled procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Collaborated with physicians and other health team members to plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Instructed patients in proper self-care techniques such as medication administration or wound dressing changes.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety of living environment for elderly or disabled clients.
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data and nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed discharge plans that included follow-up arrangements for all discharged patients.
- Identified problems related to patient's mental health issues such as depression or anxiety disorder and referred them for appropriate therapy services.
- Developed a trusting relationship with each client through open communication while respecting cultural differences.
- Advised family members on how best they can provide support during difficult times.
- Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
LPN to Registered Nurse
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
Baltimore, MD
09.1992 - 11.1997
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Staff LPN
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
Baltimore, MD
05.1986 - 11.1992
- Assisted in providing patient care, including wound care and administering medications.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and documented patient information.
- Conducted assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring, hemoglobin and hematocrits measurements.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, medication administration, and lifestyle changes.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medications administered.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses in providing direct patient care.
- Assisted in the development of policies related to nursing practice procedures.
- Served as a preceptor for new staff members when necessary.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Harbor Hospital School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD05.1992
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Equipment Sterilization
- Vitals Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Surgical Assistance
- Chronic Disease Management
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Test Interpretations
- Compassionate and Caring
- Ventilator Care
- Catheter Monitoring
- Intake and Discharge
- Sanitation
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Training Staff
- Diabetes Management
- First Aid
- Colostomy Care Familiarity
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Diet and Nutrition
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Maria Parham Health
08.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
ECU
08.2021 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
ECU
04.2021 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
University Of Maryland Medical System
04.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lifepoint Health
05.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
12.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Agnes hospital
03.2003 - 11.2017
Home Health Registered Nurse
Visiting Nurses Association
11.1997 - 10.2000
LPN to Registered Nurse
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
09.1992 - 11.1997
Staff LPN
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital
05.1986 - 11.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Harbor Hospital School of Nursing
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