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Josette Pitman
Registered Nurse
Somerset,KY
Overview
1
year of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care
Registered Nurse
05.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Promote a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Prevent the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Nurse Extern
06.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
- Checked patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during difficult times, promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition to proactively address potential risks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Assessed patients and assisted in devising treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Used evidence-based practices to guide decision-making, resulting in optimal patient outcomes.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Somerset Community CollegeSomerset, KY
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
05.2024
University Overview
- Honors Program Graduate
- National Student Nurse Association Scholarship Recipient
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society - VP of Scholarship and VP of Leadership
- Student Ambassador
- KCTCS All Academic Team 2024
Somerset Community CollegeSomerset, KY
Associate of Science
05.2024
University Overview
Somerset Community CollegeSomerset, KY
Associate of Arts
05.2024
University Overview
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Physical assessments
- Critical Care
- At-risk patient care
- Empathy
- Compassion
- Implementing constructive criticism
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - KY License # 4020507 Multistate Compact Status
- BLS Certified - Issuing Agency: First Response of the Bluegrass Inc. ID # 245419050056
- Certified State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) - KY License # 50073047
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care
05.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
06.2023 - 09.2023
Somerset Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
Somerset Community College
Associate of Science
Somerset Community College
Associate of Arts
- Licensed Registered Nurse - KY License # 4020507 Multistate Compact Status
- BLS Certified - Issuing Agency: First Response of the Bluegrass Inc. ID # 245419050056
- Certified State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) - KY License # 50073047
Summary
Patient-oriented registered nurse striving for diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Work Preference
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