Lucinda Zahn

RN

Aurora Health at Home

05.2010 - 09.2022

Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

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