Lisa Soto
Sparta,TN
Summary
Adept at seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams, I significantly enhanced patient care at Ascension Health Care through meticulous attention to detail and rigorous adherence to privacy and confidentiality standards. My expertise in nursing documentation and patient needs assessment led to improved treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction, showcasing my commitment to high-quality nursing care and regulatory compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ascension Health Care
04.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse
RN Network
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
- Maintained detailed patient records for accurate documentation and effective treatment planning, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Registered Nurse
Unity Hospice Care
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical records to identify areas for improvement in documentation accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2010
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient needs assessment
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical records management
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Nursing process
- Attention to detail
- Accurate documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - TN State Board of Nursing. Exp 2026
- CPR/AED Certification. 2024
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). American Heart Association. 2024
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS). American Heart Association. 2024
- Freelance Writer Certificate. International Association of Professional Freelance Writers. 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ascension Health Care
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
RN Network
09.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Unity Hospice Care
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - TN State Board of Nursing. Exp 2026
- CPR/AED Certification. 2024
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). American Heart Association. 2024
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS). American Heart Association. 2024
- Freelance Writer Certificate. International Association of Professional Freelance Writers. 2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Olivet Nazarene University
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