Leandra Oscar
Orlando,FL
Summary
Driven nursing professional with 2 years of experience in neurology care. Effective at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac/Neuro Unit RN
Oviedo Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Advocated for patients'' needs with medical professionals to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented in a timely manner.
- Administered medications as per physician orders, accurately calculating dosages and monitoring for potential side effects or complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans that resulted in improved overall health and recovery rates.
- Initiated rapid response protocols when necessary, acting quickly to prevent further deterioration of patients'' conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through thorough discharge planning that included patient education, referrals to appropriate community resources, and follow-up appointments.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs, promoting autonomy while maintaining safety standards.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and their loved ones during challenging times, fostering trust and strong rapport.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring neurological assessments and vital signs, promptly addressing any concerns or changes.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding pertinent clinical information resulting in cohesive treatment strategies for patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to prevent pressure injuries in high-risk patients, reducing overall incidence rates on the unit.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on thorough assessments of each patient''s unique needs and goals for recovery.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill patients.
- Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions.
- Assisted physicians during complex bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures or central line insertions, ensuring successful outcomes and minimal discomfort for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' families, easing anxieties and guiding them through the complex medical environment.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, following hospital protocols and standards of practice.
RN Neurology
Orlando Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Address both acute and chronic neurological conditions with medical expertise to make accurate assessments of individual medical situations.
- Treat patients with strokes, brain hemorrhage, tumor resection, seizures, neurological disorder and post op spine surgery
- Monitored patients with acute neurological conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
- Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and family members.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Student Nurse Intern Neurology
Orlando Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed advanced skills such as: maintenance of enteral tube feeding, tracheostomy care, wound irrigation, and complex dressing change without packing of wound
- Performed increase or continuous visual observation of Baker Act, behavioral health and suicide risk patients as assigned
- Performed catheter care and removal according to policy
- Assisted in ambulating post operative spine patients safely to enhance healing
- Reinforced education on how patients should safely ambulate post surgery , such as performing the log roll maneuver
- Identify and report any neurological changed in patients
- Performed phlebotomy
- Maintained a safe and clean environment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Orlando, FL01.2022
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Micoud Secondary School
Saint Lucia 06.2013
Skills
- EPIC EMR
- Meditech EMR
- Strong Problem Solving Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Compassionate communication
- Spinal Cord Injury Care
- Traumatic Brain Injury Care
- Neurological Assessment
- Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Seizure Management
- Physical assessments
- Family Communication
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support
- Delegation and Motivation
- Student Precepting
- Acute care expertise
- Ability to work under pressure
Certification
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- NIH certified
Timeline
Cardiac/Neuro Unit RN
Oviedo Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Orlando Health Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
RN Neurology
Orlando Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Intern Neurology
Orlando Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Micoud Secondary School
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certification
- NIH certified
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