KARIS JONES

• Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget
• Created presentations for senior management meetings and Cancer Committee meetings
• Organized patient events
• Provided patient care and education to Cancer survivors
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system
• Assessed and prepared Survivorship care plans in compliance with the Commission on Cancer and National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers standards
• Disseminate care plan to providers, so that patients can review the care plan with their provider
• Assisted with creating an updated policy for the Survivorship Program

• Assessed and evaluated new RNs based on their clinical skills, knowledge, communication, and critical thinking abilities
• Provided guidance to new RNs in developing their patient care plans according to established standards of practice
• Mentored new RNs in understanding the roles and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse Preceptor
• Coached new RNs on how to effectively manage challenging patient situations
• Evaluated the performance of new RNs during shift changes and provided feedback when necessary
• Facilitated weekly meetings with preceptees to discuss any questions or concerns that arose during their shifts
• Conducted frequent physical assessments of patients in the Cardiac ICU and communicated changes to physicians
• Performed advanced nursing procedures, such as central line access/care, chest tube management, and arterial line access/care
• Managed patients on in patient CRRT machines
• Monitored electrocardiograms for arrhythmias or other cardiac abnormalities
• Coordinated discharge planning activities with healthcare team members to ensure smooth transition from hospital setting to home environment
• Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests or respiratory distress
• Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, case managers and other healthcare professionals
• Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output
• Monitored patients on ventilators
• Cardiac surgery pre/post management, trach care, vascular surgery pre/post management, GI tube/Dobhoff insertion with suctioning management, trauma overflow care
• Administration of cardiac drips, insulin drips, analgesics and routine medication

• Administer cardiac medications per physician orders, provide post-op care, monitor cardiac telemetry readings, and support and motivate patients' lifestyle changes
• Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms
• Educated patients on their condition and medications while providing emotional support

• Adapted quickly to changing circumstances and emergent situations on the step-down unit while maintaining composure under pressure and providing high-quality care.
• Maintained a high level of infection control practices, contributing to reduced hospital-acquired infections within the step-down unit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing timely interventions in the step-down unit.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.

13 week travel assignment.

• Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
• Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
• Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
• Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
• Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmias, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.
• Managed the administration of medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
• Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to 3 patients concurrently with focus on quality care.

• Monitored vital signs of patients during surgical procedures to ensure safety
• Provided post-operative care for patients, including wound dressing changes and administering prescribed medications
• Instructed family members on pre-and post-operative care of patients undergoing surgery
• Performed patient assessments, including taking vital signs, height and weight measurements, and collecting health histories prior to surgery
• Managed intravenous therapy including IV starts, changes, discontinuation per physician orders
• Developed an individualized plan of care for each patient based on assessment data obtained from various sources such as labs, diagnostic tests and other health professionals' reports
• Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment