KIASHONTE MATTHEWS
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
New Analytical and strategic New Grad Nurse with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Health Screener
Catapult Health LLC
New Orleans, LA
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
- Checked patient identifying information against records to uphold strict security, safety and regulatory standards.
- Collected, evaluated and set up both sterile and non-sterile surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Nurse Extern
Hospital For Endocrine Surgery
Tampa, FL
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or signs of trauma.
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in MediTec.
- Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Cared for patients in 22-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
Student Nurse
Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
St Petersburg, FL
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Student Nurse
Northside Hospital
St. Petersburg, FL
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL 03.2021 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Thibodaux High School
Thibodaux, LA 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Preventive health
Patient and family advocacy
High level of autonomy
Strong clinical judgment
HIPAA education
Relationship building
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Student Nurse
Palms Of Pasadena Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2022
Nurse Extern
Hospital For Endocrine Surgery
01.2022 - Current
Student Nurse
Northside Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
03.2021 - 12.2022
Health Screener
Catapult Health LLC
07.2018 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Thibodaux High School
08.2010 - 05.2014