Madison Seal
New Market,TN
Summary
Compassionate nurse with expertise in medical-surgical skills and dialysis procedures. Proficient in managing kidney and urology diseases, developing effective treatment plans. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to address patient-specific needs. Proven track record of enhancing patient and family experiences through effective communication and compassionate care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, Tennessee
11.2024 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and assessed responses during procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families about dialysis procedures and self-care practices.
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards in treatment areas.
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by administering advanced life support procedures as needed.
- Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Ensured that appropriate safety measures were taken when handling hazardous materials such as biohazardous waste and chemicals used in cleaning machines.
- Provided emotional support for patients who are struggling with their diagnosis.
Urology/Nephrology Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, TN
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Provided compassionate patient care in critical and emergency situations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patients' physical and emotional needs.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shannondale Nursing Home
Maryville , Tennessee
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to residents in a caring environment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health records.
- Assisted with mobility, ensuring residents were safe and comfortable during transfers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN05-2022
High School Diploma -
Maryville High School
Maryville, TN05-2017
Skills
- Dialysis administration (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis)
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Emotional, physical, spiritual support
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Catheter care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Family support
- Patient safety
- Wound care
- BLS
- Patient and family education
- Fluid balance monitoring
- Nutritional counseling
- Difficult urinary catheter insertion (DUC) team certified
- IV starts and removal
- NG tube placement
- G tube management
Accomplishments
- Fill in team leader
- Preceptor
- Night/Day Shift experience
- Starter on collegiate soccer team four years of college
- 2017 National runner-up D2 soccer finalist
Certification
- DUC Team Certified
- PD and HD certification
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Urology/Nephrology Registered Nurse
University of Tennessee Medical Center
06.2022 - 11.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shannondale Nursing Home
05.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson-Newman University
High School Diploma -
Maryville High School
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