Kalumbu Makeche-Burgess
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Quality-oriented professional Registered Nurse with one and half years of experience and a proven knowledge in Med-Surg / Tele, PCU/ICU Step down and Resource Charge Nurse on a Med-Surg unite in an acute care facility. I am well-versed in Joint Commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict cost controls. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs, aiming to leverage my skills to successfully fill the Registered Nurse position in your organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
Celebration, FL
06.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital
Seneca, SC
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse
Lee Memorial Hospital
Fort Myers, FL
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
- Delivered array of direct nursing care services such as cleaning and dressing wounds and coordinated discharge planning for patients with fractures, arthritis and osteoporosis.
- Treated injuries and illnesses affecting muscles and bones, developed individualized health care plans and educated patients and families about self-care and available support systems.
- Documented patient histories, conditions, treatments, changes and responses and used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Hospital West. Under Baptist Health
Boynton Beach, FL
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
- Delivered array of direct nursing care services such as cleaning and dressing wounds and coordinated discharge planning for patients with fractures, arthritis and osteoporosis.
- Documented patient histories, conditions, treatments, changes and responses and used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Treated injuries and illnesses affecting muscles and bones, developed individualized health care plans and educated patients and families about self-care and available support systems.
- Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse
St Mary's Medical Center Level 1 Trauma
West Palm Beach, FL
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
Student Nurse Extern
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skill
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
Lake Worth, FL
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bright Horizons Assistant Living
Coral Springs, FL
11.2005 - 2018
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Techni-Pro Institute College of Nursing
Boca Raton, FL10.2016
GED -
Adult Education Center of Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL05.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
Center of Career and Health
Lauderdale Lakes, FL06.2006
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Unit administration
- Medical screening
- Life-sustaining machines
- Emotional awareness
- Medication and IV administration
- IV drug therapy management
- Seizure management
- Infectious disease control
- Community advocate
- Patient education and counseling
- Intake and discharge
- Culturally sensitive
- SBAR communication
- Patient care planning
Certification
- BLS Certification.
- ACLS Certification.
- PALS Certification.
- COVID-19 Vaccination.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital
03.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Lee Memorial Hospital
11.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Hospital West. Under Baptist Health
05.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
St Mary's Medical Center Level 1 Trauma
04.2022 - 06.2022
Student Nurse Extern
St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center
10.2020 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Select Specialty Hospital
10.2018 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bright Horizons Assistant Living
11.2005 - 2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Techni-Pro Institute College of Nursing
GED -
Adult Education Center of Palm Beach
Certified Nursing Assistant
Center of Career and Health
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