Leilani Rafter, Bsn, Rn
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Compassionate pediatric Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both outpatient and inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth For Children
08.2022 - Current
- Provided total management of direct patient care on pediatric medical-surgical floor with average nurse:patient ratio of 4:1
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met treatment goals
Certified Nursing Assistant
AdventHealth Centra Care For Kids
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Performed COVID, Influenza, RSV, Strep swabs during height of COVID-19
- Identified stable vs unstable patients during triage and assisted provider in next steps of care plan
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University
Orlando, FL05.2022
Skills
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Intravenous Therapy and Insertion
- Insulin Medication Assistance
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth For Children
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
AdventHealth Centra Care For Kids
09.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
AdventHealth University
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