Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable of EMR systems, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sheffield Manor Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - Current
Utilize skills to assess patients to deliver appropriate treatment while collaborating with physician to manage change in condition.
Administer proper medications to each patient while keeping in mind the five rights of medication administration.
Perform/provide proper wound management as ordered and educate on infection control measures.
Provide exceptional care to patients needing complex care such as trach care, PEG tube management, and rehabilitation.
Maintain quality care and comfort for patients with acute as well as chronic conditions.
Delegate patient care tasks as needed to non-licensed personnel.
Home Health Nurse
Hope Home Health Care And Hospice
01.2022 - Current
Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Medical/Surgical/Tele RN
Ascension St. John Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2021
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Communicated with multiple healthcare team members to plan and implement treatment interventions.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
Registered Nurse - Inpatient Rehab
Beaumont Hospital, Campus
07.2015 - 11.2017
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Applied nursing interventions and encouragement to patients in challenging rehabilitation environment.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Assessed patient pain, administered medications, and monitored responses of patients to determine safety before PT/OT therapies.
Administered pain medications according to pain scale; re-evaluated pain score to determine if additional medication needed. Non-pharmacologic pain therapy offered when applicable.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI
2014
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
2004
Skills
Clear Patient Communication
Care Plan Development and Implementation
Patient Assessment
Privacy and Confidentiality
Compassionate and Caring
Patient Advocacy
Accurate Documentation
EMR Systems
IV Drug Therapy Management
Hospice and Palliative Care
Discharge Processes
Home Visits
Affiliations
BLS certification- Dec 2021 to Dec 19, 2023 American Heart Association eCard#: 225411542348
ACLS Certification Feb 2021 to Feb 2023 American Heart Association eCard Code: 215409273380
Additional Information
Certifications and Licenses , Registered Nurse License April 2022 to April 2024 License Number: 4704312507
Flu and Covid vaccinations
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sheffield Manor Nursing And Rehab
01.2023 - Current
Home Health Nurse
Hope Home Health Care And Hospice
01.2022 - Current
Medical/Surgical/Tele RN
Ascension St. John Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse - Inpatient Rehab
Beaumont Hospital, Campus
07.2015 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College District
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Eastern Michigan University
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