Lakecha Watkins
Durham,NC
Summary
DEDICATED CLINICAL NURSE WITH EXPERIENCE DELIVERING EFFECTIVE NURSING CARE TO ENSURE DESIRED PATIENT OUTCOMES. EFFICIENT WITH PATIENT CARE PLANNING, COLLEAGUE COMMUNICATION AND ADMINISTERING DIRECT PATIENT CARE. COMPASSIONATE PATIENT ADVOCATE AND QUICK-THINKING PROBLEM SOLVER WITH COMPETENT CLINICAL JUDGMENT.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse II
Triangle Springs
Raleigh, NC
09.2022 - Current
- Assessed patient risk levels for suicide or self-harm behaviors and implemented interventions as needed.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Monitored patient safety and well-being by administering medications, providing care plans, and responding to crisis situations.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in order to deliver quality care to patients in a timely manner.
- Engaged in regular meetings with physicians and other members of the clinical team to discuss patient progress.
- Provided emotional support for patients during times of distress or crisis.
Clinical Nurse II
Central Regional Hospital
Butner, NC
04.2016 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning.
- Directed assistive personnel to maintain safe, efficient and effective care.
- Developed and implemented effective care plans.
- Led group and individual health coaching for patients and families.
- De-escalated situations using NVCI, 1:1 verbal communication, medication management, and contracted for safety.
Wellness Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living
Raleigh, NC
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Cared for patients with Alzheimer's and Bipolar Disorder, diabetes, cardiac disease, post-op management. Provided personalized daily assistance to maintain quality care.
Clinical Nurse II
Duke Medical Center
Durham, NC
01.2013 - 10.2013
- PROVIDED CARE FOR POSTOP PATIENTS WITH KNEE/ HIP REPLACEMENTS AND IMPLEMENTED CARE PLANS TO ENSURE STANDARDIZED AND SAFE PRACTICES.
- MAINTAINED COMMUNICATION WITH SURGEONS, THERAPISTS, AND CASE MANAGERS TO OPTIMIZE PATIENT OUTCOMES.
- ADHERED TO POLICIES FOR SAFE AND EFFECTIVE PRACTICES, SUCH AS WOUND CARE, URINARY CATHETERIZATION, MEDICATION MANAGEMENT, BLOOD TRANSFUSION, AND IV THERAPY.
- KNOWLEDGE OF EPIC ELECTRONIC CHARTING FROM ADMISSION TO DISCHARGE, INCLUDING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION AND INSTRUCTIONS AFTER DISCHARGE.
- Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals.
Nurse Case Manager
UNC HOME HEALTH
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2012 - 01.2013
- PROVIDED CARE FOR PATIENTS THAT WERE HOMEBOUND AND IMPLEMENTED CARE PLANS FOR MEDICAL/SURGICAL PATIENTS WITH PICC LINE MANAGEMENT, MEDICATION MANAGEMENT FOR DIABETICS, CHF, COPD, WOUND CARE INCLUDING MANAGEMENT OF WOUND VACS AND OSTOMIES, TRACH CARE, AND OBTAINING BLOOD SAMPLES FOR LAB WORK.
- KNOWLEDGE OF OASIS CHARTING FOR REIMBURSEMENT.
- REQUESTED ORDERS FROM REFERRING PHYSICIANS INCLUDING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR OPTIMAL OUTCOMES.
- PARTICIPATED IN THE ANNUAL SKILLS DAY EVENT BY TEACHING TRACHEOSTOMY CARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH POLICY.
Clinical Nurse II
UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, NC
03.2009 - 07.2012
- CARRIED OUT COMPREHENSIVE CARE FOCUSED ON PATIENT NEEDS AND MEETING CARE GOALS OF THOSE WITH MS, CVA, EPILEPSY, BRAIN AND ORAL TUMOR RESECTIONS.
- ADHERED TO POLICIES FOR SAFE AND EFFECTIVE PRACTICES, SUCH AS NIH STROKE SCALE, FALLS AND PRESSURE ULCER PREVENTION, LUMBAR DRAINS, G/NG TUBES, HEPARIN DRIPS, IV THERAPY, PORTACATH MANAGEMENT.
Clinical Trial Nurse
AAIPharma
Morrisville, NC
10.2007 - 03.2009
- CONSENTED, COUNSELED, AND SCREENED APPROPRIATE SUBJECTS FOR CLINICAL TRIAL PARTICIPATION.
- COORDINATED CLINICAL TRIALS BY SETTING UP STATIONS FOR BLOOD DRAWS, MEALS, AND DOSING TO ENSURE ACCURATE TIMING.
- DOSED PATIENTS ACCORDING TO RESEARCH GUIDELINES AND ASSESSED/CHARTED ADVERSE EVENTS REPORTED BY SUBJECTS.
- COLLECTED BLOOD VIA VENIPUNCTURE FOR PHLEBOTOMISTS WITH DIFFICULT STICKS AND ASSISTED LAB/EKG TECHNICIANS.
Clinical Nurse II
Durham Regional Hospital
Durham, NC
10.2005 - 06.2008
- PROVIDED CARE FOR POSTOP PATIENTS WITH HIP/KNEE REPLACEMENTS AND SPINAL DECOMPRESSIONS/FUSIONS.
- ADHERED TO POLICIES FOR SAFE AND EFFECTIVE PRACTICES, SUCH AS CPM OPERATION FOR KNEE REPLACEMENTS, HEMOVAC/JP DRAINS, BLOOD TRANSFUSIONS, MEDICATION MANAGEMENT, WOUND CARE, LUMBAR DRAINS, IV THERAPY, AND PCA MANAGEMENT.
- PRECEPTOR FOR NEW EMPLOYEES TO ENSURE UNIT STANDARDS, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC05.2005
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient Assessments
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Practice Standards Implementation
- Decision Making
- Patient Education
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II
Triangle Springs
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse II
Central Regional Hospital
04.2016 - 09.2022
Wellness Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living
10.2014 - 12.2015
Clinical Nurse II
Duke Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2013
Nurse Case Manager
UNC HOME HEALTH
07.2012 - 01.2013
Clinical Nurse II
UNC Health Care
03.2009 - 07.2012
Clinical Trial Nurse
AAIPharma
10.2007 - 03.2009
Clinical Nurse II
Durham Regional Hospital
10.2005 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University