Jonathan Abraham
Registered Nurse
Summary
Skilled Infusion Nurse coordinates and administers infusion activities to deliver compassionate patient care to meet standards of practice. Coordinates and performs infusion nursing care for patients in clinical and home setting and works cooperatively with patient, family and multidisciplinary team to establish priorities and goals of patient care. Monitors patient and processes to identify areas for performance improvement to enhance quality of care delivery and improve patient outcomes. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Service-driven Infusion Nurse promoting over 3 years of expertise in helping patients successfully complete treatment. Knowledgeable in infusion medication administration and drug side effects. Background working with homebound patients. Patient-oriented Infusion Nurse experienced handling stressful situations with poise. A calm presence devoted to helping patients through education and emotional support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Infusion Nurse Specialist
IV League Infusion Services
San Mateo , CA
2019.01 - Current
- Administered IV fluids, medications and IVIG through peripherally inserted central venous catheter and venous ports to support long-term treatment for autoimmune diseases.
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post procedure care and proper intervention.
- Initiated patient care meetings with multidisciplinary team to revise plan of care as patient condition warrants.
- Educated patients on acute and delayed medication side effects and adverse drug reactions.
- Questioned patients to garner information about side effects, mobility and energy levels, documenting information in traditional paper charting and electronic health records.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
Nurse Shift Manager
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
Stockton , CA
2019.01 - 2020.10
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
Stockton , CA
2014.06 - 2019.01
- Delivered outstanding patient care in a surgical intensive critical care units.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to post open heart surgical patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Able to deliver safe and effective care for patients on IMPELLA and Intra Aortic balloon pumps with use of Swan-Ganz catheter and other central line devices.
- Acted as relief charge nurse
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Obtained Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
Stockton , CA
2014.03 - 2014.06
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
Stockton , CA
2006.12 - 2014.03
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Delivered treatment for patients experiencing chronic and acute respiratory illnesses by conducting assessments and providing diagnoses.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated breathing issues.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Verified proper set-up of ventilators for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Worked with patients to administer aerosolized respiratory medications and chest percussion treatments to improve breathing.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 2018.05 - 2020.01
Associate of Science - Nursing
American River College
Sacramento, CA 2012.01 - 2013.12
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA 2005.01 - 2006.12
Skills
Reporting and correspondence
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Infusion Nurse Specialist
IV League Infusion Services
2019.01 - Current
Nurse Shift Manager
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
2019.01 - 2020.10
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
2018.05 - 2020.01
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
2014.06 - 2019.01
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
2014.03 - 2014.06
Associate of Science - Nursing
American River College
2012.01 - 2013.12
Registered Respiratory Therapist
St Joseph Medical Center, Dignity Health
2006.12 - 2014.03
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Modesto Junior College
2005.01 - 2006.12
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