Kerrian Lewis

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Triage Staffing Inc.

Omaha, CA

05.2024 - 07.2025

Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced environment.
Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
Documented patient assessments, treatments, and progress in electronic health records.
Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during recovery processes.
Conducted routine checks on vital signs to assess patient conditions effectively.
Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Skills

Certification

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Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

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