Joshua Davis
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Highly adaptable Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse offering a background in coordinating dialytic treatments on a rotating schedule. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of diverse backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. An advocate for optimal patient care and quality assessments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
Columbus , OH
2023.09 - Current
- Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs and implemented dialysis treatments.
- Monitored patient's response to treatments, adjusted medications as needed and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Instructed patients on proper care of access sites and reviewed post-treatment instructions with patients.
- Assessed the need for additional lab tests or diagnostic procedures, ordered supplies and medications as necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided including progress notes, medication administration record sheets.
- Performed quality control checks on dialysis machines prior to each treatment session.
- Administered prescribed medications intravenously or by injection when appropriate.
- Ensured that aseptic techniques were used at all times during dialysis treatments.
- Developed effective relationships with patients through compassionate listening skills.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Provided patient education regarding peritoneal dialysis treatments and therapies.
Acute Dialysis RN
Baptist Medical Center
Little Rock , AR
2022.06 - 2023.08
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Noted each patient's condition prior to treatment and adjusted dialytic therapy.
- Provided information to each patient regarding dialysis therapy, including side effects.
- Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented information in patient medical records.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Assisted physicians with specialized treatments related to renal replacement and apheresis therapy.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Responsible for ensuring proper operation of plasma processing equipment and troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Monitored plasma processing parameters, such as temperature, pressure, flow rate., to maintain consistent results.
- Followed safety protocols while operating hazardous materials and equipment.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
LPN
Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
Benton , AR
2021.03 - 2022.06
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Little Rock , AR
2013.01 - 2021.03
- Administered high consequence medications with exacting accuracy, monitoring patients for side effects and supporting patient comfort and comprehensive recovery.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
Brewer
Rebel Kettle / East Sixth Brewing Co.
Little Rock , AR
2015.01 - 2020.11
- Utilized good manufacturing practices and adhered to standard operating procedures every day in order to provide consistent, high-quality results.
- Used handheld tools to make specific checks and calculations for each batch.
- Set daily and weekly cleaning and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Collected, tested and submitted samples according to quality control standards.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Created recipes and collaborated in branding and marketing.
- Inspected, troubleshot and calibrated equipment to achieve optimal performance.
- Monitored material flow and temperature or pressure gauges to verify optimal processing conditions.
LPN
The Bridgeway Hospital
North Little Rock , AR
2011.10 - 2014.06
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN
Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab
Little Rock , AR
2010.03 - 2012.03
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN
Chenal Heights Assisted Living
Little Rock , AR
2008.12 - 2009.11
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
LPN
Stonehaven Assisted Living
Maumelle , AR
2007.09 - 2008.12
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Administered prescribed medications to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Education
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05.2022
Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
Little Rock, AR06.2007
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Caring for wounds
- Educating families
- Medication administration
- Documenting
- High Level of Nursing Care
- Dialysis Treatments
- Patient Rapport
- Chronic Renal Disease
- Vital Signs Collections
- Epic Charting
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible Schedule
- Planning & Organizing
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
2023.09 - Current
Acute Dialysis RN
Baptist Medical Center
2022.06 - 2023.08
LPN
Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
2021.03 - 2022.06
Brewer
Rebel Kettle / East Sixth Brewing Co.
2015.01 - 2020.11
LPN Charge Nurse
Briarwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2013.01 - 2021.03
LPN
The Bridgeway Hospital
2011.10 - 2014.06
LPN
Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab
2010.03 - 2012.03
LPN
Chenal Heights Assisted Living
2008.12 - 2009.11
LPN
Stonehaven Assisted Living
2007.09 - 2008.12
Arkansas State University
Baptist Health Schools Little Rock
Similar Profiles
Stephanie GriffithStephanie Griffith
Phlebotomist Technician at Ohio Health Riverside HospitalPhlebotomist Technician at Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
Mulki SheickMulki Sheick
Clinical Consultant Social Worker (Inpatient) at Ohio Health Riverside HospitalClinical Consultant Social Worker (Inpatient) at Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
Kristina MichaelidesKristina Michaelides
Forensic Nurse Examiner at Ohio Health Riverside HospitalForensic Nurse Examiner at Ohio Health Riverside Hospital