MaToya Covington
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated Emergency Service Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Committed to patient education and advocacy by developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare using nursing process to effectively assess, plan, and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse Am
Covelo Group
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Med-Call
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Fostered professional collaboration and participation of staff in decisions affecting patient care and practice environment.
- Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Assembled equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures in specialty service areas.
- Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Optimized outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.
Registered Nurse
Oak Street Health
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Educated patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Under Provider direction Rx or Refill Recommended Medication
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saint Anthony's Hospital
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Delivered proper care to victims of domestic violence.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, Diabetes, End-stage renal disease, seizure, strokes and other conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals
Registered Nurse, MedSurg/Pediatric
Franciscan Health Munster
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
IMCU Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL 01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Resurrection University
Chicago, IL08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2013
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medical screening
- Family and patient support
- SBAR communication
- Patient care/Patient care planning
- Patient education and counseling
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Admission/Discharging
- DM Disease Management Programs
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Assessments
- Seizure Management
- Chest Pain Management
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Emergency Procedures
- Removing Sutures
- Diabetes and Nutrition Education
- Follow-Up Calls
- Performing EKGs
- Administering Immunizations
- Wound Care
- Insulin Medication Assistance
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- EKG certification
- NIHSS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse Am
Covelo Group
09.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Med-Call
05.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Lewis University
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Oak Street Health
09.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saint Anthony's Hospital
12.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, MedSurg/Pediatric
Franciscan Health Munster
01.2021 - 10.2021
IMCU Registered Nurse
St. Catherine's Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- EKG certification
- Stroke Certified
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Resurrection University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northern Illinois University
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