Lawanda Adams
Mobile,AL
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse from Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, excelling in patient education and direct patient care. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction through effective medication administration and fostering trust with patients and families. Expert in wound care and infection control, contributing to a safer care environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
05.1998 - 07.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Nursing -
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.1994
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Infection control measures
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Patient Management
- Family Education
- Specimen Collection
- Disease Prevention
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vaccine administration
- Intake and discharge
- Diabetes management
- Rehabilitation Nursing
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
05.1998 - 07.2024
Nursing -
University of South Alabama