Rita “Karen” Walker
Mount Olive,MS
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
R.N.
Camellia/ Encompass Home Health
10.2015 - 04.2020
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of many patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and plan of care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion as ordered by physician.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
R.N.
Camellia Home Health
07.1990 - 04.2010
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS08.1990
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MSLPN - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
Hattiesburg, MS09.1985
High School Diploma -
Mt. Olive High School
Mt. Olive, MS05.1974
Timeline
R.N.
Camellia/ Encompass Home Health
10.2015 - 04.2020
R.N.
Camellia Home Health
07.1990 - 04.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Prerequisites
Jones County Junior College
LPN - Nursing
Pearl River Community College
High School Diploma -
Mt. Olive High School
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 30 years of experience offering comprehensive patient care, in and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Skills
- Mississippi Office
- Cultural Awareness
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
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