KATURA RUSSELL
North Lauderdale
Summary
Dynamic Rehabilitation Registered Nurse with HCA Woodmont Hospital, adept at enhancing patient outcomes through effective teamwork and clinical judgment. Proven success in stroke and orthopedic rehabilitation, promoting independence and reducing readmission rates. Skilled in nursing documentation and pain management, fostering strong relationships with patients and families for optimal care coordination.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
HCA Woodmont Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between physicians, therapists, case managers to ensure proper coordination of services for each patient.
- Promoted independence among patients by teaching self-care skills necessary for successful community reintegration following discharge from the facility.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment for all patients during their rehabilitation journey, addressing any concerns promptly and professionally.
- Ensured timely documentation of patient information in electronic health records systems, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing vital communication between the medical team and caregivers throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN, Medical-Surgical
HCA WOODMONT HOSPITAL (FORMALLY UNIVERSITY )
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
- Demonstrated adaptability when reassigned to different units or working with diverse populations while maintaining high levels of quality care provision.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
Phlebotomist
HCA INTEGRATED LABORATORIES / UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
12.2005 - 05.2021
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Health Care Institute
Fort Lauderdale, FL10-2019
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL06-2017
High School Diploma -
Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek, FL06-1997
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Catheter care
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Fall prevention
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Wound care
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Family support
Timeline
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
HCA Woodmont Hospital
07.2023 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
HCA WOODMONT HOSPITAL (FORMALLY UNIVERSITY )
05.2021 - 07.2023
Phlebotomist
HCA INTEGRATED LABORATORIES / UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
12.2005 - 05.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Health Care Institute
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Broward College
High School Diploma -
Coconut Creek
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