Meditech
LaTuria Nelson
Registered Nurse
Longview,TX
Summary
Dedicated RN bringing 9 years of experience and good multitasking and time management strengths. Adept at working on complicated concerns with diverse patients, addressing complaints and exceeding care targets.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center-Longview, TX
2021.04 - Current
- Maintained continuity of care for renal patients by closely collaborating with outpatient dialysis centers upon discharge planning from the hospital setting.
- Safeguarded patients from infections through strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for renal failure patients.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the acute hemodialysis unit, identifying opportunities for process enhancement and creating solutions for challenges faced.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita- Contracted Through CGSMC-Longview, TX
2019.10 - 2021.04
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
- Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
2015.08 - 2019.10
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Biology Major, Chemistry Minor
Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MSAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kilgore College Nursing School
Kilgore, TX05.2015
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
Tyler, TX05.1994
Skills
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Management
- Clinical judgment
- Patient confidentiality
- IMC/Telemetry
- Med/Surg
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Hemodialysis administration
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Patient Care
- Lab result interpretation
Certification
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
Software
Epic
Timeline
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center-Longview, TX
2021.04 - Current
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita- Contracted Through CGSMC-Longview, TX
2019.10 - 2021.04
Registered Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center
2015.08 - 2019.10
Biology Major, Chemistry Minor
Mississippi Valley State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kilgore College Nursing School
High School Diploma -
Robert E Lee High School
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