Kwanza Stokes
Brandywine,MD
Summary
A skilled Registered Nurse with 19 years’ experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing Neonatal and Adult care to a diverse population. A team player, adaptable and patient focused with extensive experience in making critical decisions. In depth knowledge of patient monitoring, pain management, and follow up protocols for the Neonatal and Adult population. Interested in pursuing my Master’s Degree in the future.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC
Washington, DC
06.2006 - Current
- Extensive knowledge of neonatal babies and responsible for taking care of them at various stages.
- Responsible for providing comprehensive neonatal nursing care for patient’s pre and post-surgery.
- Ensuring the delivery of timely and accurate patient care, by determining staffing requirements and unit assignments.
- Conducts physical examinations, patient assessment, diagnosis, testing, wound care, and other treatment as necessary.
- Extensive knowledge of neonatal medical equipment and medicine.
- Interacts with patients, families, staff, and other healthcare professionals to keep them aware of the patient’s condition.
- Assess patient’s status and notifies physician of clinical changes.
- Scheduled patient’s admissions and discharges when acting as unit charge nurse.
- Strong analytical skills easily assess conditions and implements appropriate intervention.
- Possess special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in various situations.
- Proven record of reliability and responsibility.
- Resourceful in completing projects; ability to multitask effectively.
- Ensures treatment is given promptly and appropriately.
- Support parents that are anxious and stressed.
- Provide quality care using critical thinking skills when managing neonates with acute and chronic cardiac and respiratory issues.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to inform clinical decision-making.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and skill acquisition.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical workflows and reduce errors.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Occupational Health Nurse
Ning Solutions Washington, DC Federal Government
Washington, DC
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for providing direct patient care to Federal Government employees.
- Provided clients with annual immunizations and flu shots.
- Conducted physical examinations, patient assessment, diagnosis, testing, wound care, and other treatment as necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations within the facility and provided PCR Covid testing as needed.
- Conducted and assisted with Blood Drives and infection control prevention practices on a regular basis.
- Developed and implemented health promotion programs targeting occupational safety and risk reduction.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address employee health concerns and improve workplace ergonomics.
- Provided training on injury prevention techniques and emergency response protocols to staff members.
- Monitored compliance with federal health regulations, ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
Addiction Treatment
Recovery Centers of America (MCAT), Waldorf MD
Waldorf, MD
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Provide and regulate treatment for patients that suffer from one or more drug and alcohol addiction.
- Assessed and monitor side effects and adverse reactions after the administration of any withdrawal meds.
- Used the CIWA and COWS method to establish the intensity of withdrawal symptoms and when to administer detox meds.
- Monitor patients progress during Medication assisted treatment and help them to adjust to life without drugs.
- Administer Medications and other treatments to help relieve withdrawal symptoms.
- Educate the family on living a clean and sober lifestyle after drug rehabilitation.
- Help patients cope with the psychological and emotional issues associated with drug abuse.
- Organized and scheduled periodical clinical checks on employees.
- Respond to all emergencies within the workplace.
- Provided nursing clinical treatment to clients with injuries and illnesses associated with drug abuse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas/Grantham
Lenexa, KS08.2016
Associate in Applied Sciences - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Taking vitals
- Medication distribution
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
Certification
- NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program Issuer: American Academy of Pediatrics Expiration: 2025-09
- STABLE Issuer: Children’s National Expiration: 2024-12
- BLS – Basic Life Support Issuer: American Heart Association Expiration: 2025-08
- RN- Registered Nurse, Washington DC Expiration: 2026-06 License#: 1008373
- RN- Registered Nurse, Maryland Expiration: 2026-02 License#: R235794
Specialties
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – 16 Years
- Occupational Health-1 Year
- Addiction treatment –3 Years
Timeline
Occupational Health Nurse
Ning Solutions Washington, DC Federal Government
08.2022 - 08.2023
Addiction Treatment
Recovery Centers of America (MCAT), Waldorf MD
10.2018 - 12.2021
RN
George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC
06.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas/Grantham
Associate in Applied Sciences - Nursing
Meridian Community College