Marlena English

• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
• Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
• Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.

Home health and contracted facility nurse

School nursing position