Leah Govind
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Well-educated Nurse gifted in monitoring patient vital signs and managing symptoms. Valuable asset to healthcare organizations and known patient advocate. Promoting dynamic listening, experienced EPIC and physician interaction skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
04.2023 - Current
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Coordinated te clinical management of the stroke patient population across the entire continuum of care and acted as a clinical resource model for all areas caring for stroke patients
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Reviewed model records for all stroke and TIA admissions and consults as well as promoted utilization of evidence-based practice protocols into the daily operations of stroke program
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Helped coordinate and perform case management for complex patient cases
- Facilitated physician collaboration and utilized an interdisciplinary approach to stroke care to improve patient outcomes in a cost effective manner.
- Promoted secondary stroke prevention through in-patient and family education
- Involved in the discharge planning process to ensure evidence-based medicine was applied and the transition to the outpatient setting was smooth
Registered Nurse
Multispecialty Clinic, University of Miami
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care
- Reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs
- Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders
- Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition
- Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
RN Nurse Care Coordinator Lead
Lifespace Personal Services Home Health at Harbour’s Edge
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Assess needs, develop care plans, coordinate services for residents
- Completion of resident assessments, monitor any resident changes, update care plans and service agreements
- Collaborate with physicians, team members, directors and other health professionals in implementing and maintaining quality care
- Market home health services to residents and promote home care and wellness programs
- Participate in hiring, supervising, training, performance management and corrective action with caregivers
- Implement and assist in evaluating the progress of strategic plan initiatives.
LPN Per Diem
Cleveland Clinic
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Working collaboratively with multiple ambulatory teams in helping support various outpatient initiatives in the community
- Departments included Cardiology, Urology, Hand Surgery, Podiatry, Gastroenterology, ENT, Allergy, Colorectal, and Gynecology.
LPN Gynecology Surgery
Cleveland Clinic
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Assisting with multiple procedures such as: Urodynamics studies, PTNS, cystoscopy, voiding trial, bladder installations, endocee, IUD insertions and removals, endometrial biopsy, colposcopy, and injections.
Clinical Supervisor & Resident Services
Lifespace Home Health at Abbey Delray
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Held core responsibility for the planning, coordination and supervision of 10-20 home health aides and 200 resident based community.
Staff LPN
Lifespace Home Health at Harbour’s Edge
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Accurately followed established healthcare plans in conjunction with the RN, while providing patient advocacy.
Education
Registered Nurse -
Mercy Hospital College of Nursing
Miami, FL01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Atlantic Technical College
Coconut Creek, FL01.2014
Associates of Arts Degree -
Broward College
Coconut Creek, FL01.2006
Skills
- IV Certified - 2014
- RN Class President - 2021
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital West
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Multispecialty Clinic, University of Miami
01.2023 - 03.2023
RN Nurse Care Coordinator Lead
Lifespace Personal Services Home Health at Harbour’s Edge
04.2022 - 01.2023
LPN Per Diem
Cleveland Clinic
04.2020 - 04.2022
LPN Gynecology Surgery
Cleveland Clinic
09.2017 - 04.2020
Clinical Supervisor & Resident Services
Lifespace Home Health at Abbey Delray
10.2015 - 09.2017
Staff LPN
Lifespace Home Health at Harbour’s Edge
09.2014 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse -
Mercy Hospital College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Atlantic Technical College
Associates of Arts Degree -
Broward College