Kamesha Graves
Syracuse
Summary
Nursing leader with strong focus on patient care, team collaboration, and achieving results. Expertise in managing healthcare teams, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and adapting to changing needs. Proven ability to foster supportive environment and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Known for reliability, effective communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Director Rothschild Adult Day Health Program
Menorah Park
10.2024 - Current
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Ensured compliance across all regulatory bodies related licensure requirements allowing department maintain up-to-date standing within state/local mandates.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Velocity Clinical Research
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Gathered, processed, and shipped lab specimens.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously monitoring and documenting adverse events during clinical trials.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Coordinated and monitored clinical trial activities to support timely and accurate completion of studies.
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
Clinical Housing Manager - The Nottingham Assisted
Loretto Health and Rehab
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Trained new staff members on policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in service delivery across the team.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between tenants, promoting a positive living environment for all residents.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Infusion Nurse
Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Minimized discomfort during needle insertion by utilizing proper techniques and offering distraction methods as needed.
- Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders.
- Supported optimal vascular access device function by assessing patency regularly and troubleshooting issues promptly when identified.
- Ensured strict adherence to protocols for medication administration and documentation, reducing errors and enhancing overall quality of patient care.
LPN Case Manager
The Hearth at Greenpoint
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and prevent potential misunderstandings.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, ensuring proper care coordination for improved health outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for patients under my supervision.
- Advocated on behalf of patients to ensure they received appropriate resources, support, and access to necessary services.
- Consistently met documentation requirements while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Mentored new hires within the department, sharing knowledge and experiences for their professional growth and success in the role of LPN Case Manager.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and reassessments of patients'' needs, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize health outcomes.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
LPN Office Nurse
CNY Family Care
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Endocrinology - Joslin Diabetes Center
Upstate Medical University
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
LPN - Corrections
Jamesville Correctional Facility
11.2014 - 01.2018
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
LPN Office Nurse
CNY Family Care
03.2010 - 02.2015
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
OCM BOCES
Liverpool, NY03-2010
High School Diploma -
Opelika High School
Opelika, AL05-1999
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Patient care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Staff development
- Patient education and advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Staff assignments
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Electronic charting expertise
- Medical administration
- Corrective action implementation
- Hiring and terminations
- Department management
- Care delivery
- Nursing assignments
- Training and mentoring
- Patient education and counseling
Military Service
United States NAVY
December 1999 To February 2000
- Honorable Medical Discharge during Basic Training at Great Lakes, IL
Affiliations
- Madam President - Delta Alpha Gamma Zeta Amice of Onondaga County
- Secretary - Leading Age Executive Board
- Member - Finer Toastmasters International
- Alumni - Nourishing Tomorrow's Leaders -Gifford Foundation
- Alumni- CNY Political Leadership Academy
Timeline
Nurse Director Rothschild Adult Day Health Program
Menorah Park
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Velocity Clinical Research
10.2022 - 10.2024
Clinical Housing Manager - The Nottingham Assisted
Loretto Health and Rehab
12.2021 - 10.2022
Infusion Nurse
Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY
07.2021 - 11.2021
LPN Case Manager
The Hearth at Greenpoint
06.2020 - 07.2021
LPN Office Nurse
CNY Family Care
09.2019 - 06.2020
LPN Endocrinology - Joslin Diabetes Center
Upstate Medical University
01.2017 - 08.2019
LPN - Corrections
Jamesville Correctional Facility
11.2014 - 01.2018
LPN Office Nurse
CNY Family Care
03.2010 - 02.2015
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
OCM BOCES
High School Diploma -
Opelika High School
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