Extremely motivated registered nurse with a broad range of professional experiences and expertise in patient care and healthcare activities. Skilled at interacting with a diverse group of people, multitasking, and working well under pressure. Dedicated to honesty, integrity, and excellent patient/client care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse SCI/D
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Responsible and accountable for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of tasks consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal care
Delivers safe care to assigned patients, while developing technical competencies
Safely and effectively uses patient care equipment
Correctly and safely performs nursing procedures
Recognizes overt abnormal signs and symptoms and/or changes in patients' condition and responds appropriately
Monitor telemetry and respond to rhythm changes
Implements physician's/provider's orders in a timely and complete manner
Implements nursing interventions/orders in a timely and complete manner
Requests assistance from co-workers when needed; knows when to ask for help
Formulates a plan of care based on nursing assessments, using the nursing process, based on the ANA Standards of Nursing
Completes initial assessment of patient condition and response to treatment and initiates follow-up as needed
Includes the patient and family/significant other in developing the initial plan of care and establishing goals
Updates plan of care with assistance as needed
Assesses patient's learning needs, learning preference and readiness to learn
Develops and implements a plan to meet learning needs, instructing patients and families in basic health teaching and discharge planning
Documentation is consistent, accurate, concise, and timely
Evaluates and documents patient response to interventions and progress towards attainment of goals and expected outcomes
Revises plan of care according to evaluations of patient's responses and outcomes
Uses the Computerized Patient Record System 'CPRS', Essentris, Clinical Procedures, and Bar Coded Medication Administration 'BCMA' software per policy, as well as any future patient documentation programs.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Chief Executive Officer
Curious Screening LLC
01.2023 - Current
Creating, communicating, and implementing the organization's vision, mission, and overall direction
Leading the development and implementation of the overall company's strategy
Formulating and implementing the strategic plan that guides the direction of the business
Overseeing the complete operation of an organization in accordance with the direction established in the strategic plans
Evaluating the success of the organization in reaching its goals
Representing the organization for civic and professional association responsibilities and activities in the local community, the state, and at the national level
Participating in industry-related events or associations that will enhance the CEO's leadership skills, the organization's reputation, and the organization's potential for success
Receiving, Labeling and safely storing samples that need to be tested
Recording, analyses and reporting results to clients
Discussing and answering any questions regarding the results
Perform drug screenings
Cleaning and maintaining test room clean and organized
Maintaining equipment records.
Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring cost-effective procurement processes.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Streamlined operations for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs and increasing profitability.
Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
Registered Nurse ICU
Cleveland Clinic Marymount
10.2022 - 01.2023
Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization
Implements and monitors patient care plans
Monitors, records, and communicates patient conditions as appropriate
Monitors and documents patient's condition and effectiveness and timeliness of care and/or interventions
ECG Interpretation
Evaluates, updates, and revises plan of care to facilitate achievement of planned and expected outcomes
Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol
Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders
Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team
Assesses educational needs of the patient and significant others considering cultural issues and other special concerns
Provides teaching and educational material as appropriate
Validates and documents patient and family understanding of teaching
Maintains professional growth and development through ongoing formal and informal education and clinical nursing study.
Nursing Assistant II
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center
04.2021 - 08.2022
Participate in handoff report
Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical CenterRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center