LaWanda Mattz
Bel Nor,MO
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse accustomed to treating diverse patient needs while managing dynamic conditions. Offering excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis RN Charge Nurse II
Fresenius Medical Care NA
University City, Missouri
09.2023 - Current
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care University City
University City, MO
11.2017 - 09.2023
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and procedures related to nephrology services.
- Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
- Evaluated outcomes of interventions by obtaining laboratory values on a regular basis for comparison with baseline values.
- Reported any changes in the patient's condition or any adverse reactions immediately to physician.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies and standard precautions when providing patient care.
- Initiated and documented ongoing quality assurance activities to improve patient care and safety.
- Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented all information in patient medical records.
- Administered medications to patients as directed by individual treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Clinical Coordinator RN
DaVita Villa of St. John
Saint Louis, MO
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Vascular Access Manager, Facility Infection Manager, assessments, physician orders, vital signs, administering dialysis treatments and medications, phlebotomy, immunizations, patient scheduling, and other nursing duties.
- Oversaw adherence to federal, state and company requirements and regulations.
- Improved client engagement with care planning and exceptional customer service.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
Dialysis RN
DaVita Dialysis
Hazelwood, MO
08.2012 - 01.2015
- Assessments, physician orders, vital signs, administering dialysis treatments and medications, phlebotomy, immunizations, and other nursing duties.
- Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during and after treatments and documented all information in patient medical records.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Telemetry/Stepdown RN
St. Mary's Health Center
Richmond Heights, MO
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Assessments, vital signs, physician orders, administering medications, starting IV's, and other nursing duties.
Dialysis RN
Davita Dialysis
Florissant, MO
05.2009 - 08.2010
- Assessments, physician orders, vital signs, administering dialysis treatments and medications, phlebotomy, immunizations, and other nursing duties.
RN-Float Pool
St. Luke's Hospital
Chesterfield, MO
03.2008 - 05.2009
- Worked in different areas of the hospital, assessments, admissions, discharges, vital signs, starting IV's, phlebotomy, and other nursing duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN To BSN
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNAssociate Degree - Nursing
Deaconess College of Nursing
St. Louis, MOPractical Nursing
Saint Louis College Of Health Careers
Saint Louis, MO, USASkills
- Patient assessment
- Dialysis treatment
- Medication administration
- EHR management
- Infection control
- Patient education
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- Case management
- Quality improvement
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Dialysis RN Charge Nurse II
Fresenius Medical Care NA
09.2023 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care University City
11.2017 - 09.2023
Clinical Coordinator RN
DaVita Villa of St. John
01.2015 - 11.2017
Dialysis RN
DaVita Dialysis
08.2012 - 01.2015
Telemetry/Stepdown RN
St. Mary's Health Center
08.2010 - 08.2012
Dialysis RN
Davita Dialysis
05.2009 - 08.2010
RN-Float Pool
St. Luke's Hospital
03.2008 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - RN To BSN
Capella University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Deaconess College of Nursing
Practical Nursing
Saint Louis College Of Health Careers
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