Lisa Arvanites

• Provide care for a minimum of 4-5 patients in a twelve hour shift, Monitor cardiac rhythm in patients, report abnormal findings and treat according to physician orders.
• Educate patients about their conditions.
• Coordinate care with multidiscplinaries.
• Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
• Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care., Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
• Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care Maintained patient charts and confidential files.
• Pre and post procedure care (epidurals, radiofrequency ablation, trigger point injections.) Registered Nurse on Medical Surgical Unit.
• Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
• Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
• Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets.
• Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
• Provide care to stroke patients

• Documented patient progress notes accurately in electronic medical record system.
• Performed triage assessments for walk-in patients in clinic setting.
• Maintained safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Administered medications and treatments while monitoring for reactions and side effects.
• Instructed patients on self-care techniques post-discharge from hospital.
• Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and assisted with medical procedures.
• Collaborated effectively within team while demonstrating ability to work independently.

• Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
• Assessed patients on first post op visit, removed sutures or staples as indicated.

Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.

• Phone triage, strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Pain Management.
• Served as a resource person for staff members seeking information about Pain Management Nursing practice standards.
• Attended continuing education seminars related to current trends in Pain Management Nursing practice.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, mental health professionals, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure quality care delivery.
• Facilitated communication between family members involved in the care of the patient with regard to their specific needs related to managing their condition.
• Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, vital signs, treatments provided, test results, medication dosages.
• Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors associated with chronic pain conditions such as obesity and smoking cessation.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving overall quality outcomes for patients receiving Pain Management services.

• Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records .Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
• Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery .Provided necessary health education training for patients .Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Responsible for Hemovac Autotransfusion System administration.

• Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
• Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift.
• Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients.