Driven Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Atrium Health, excelling in medication and IV administration and delivering compassionate patient care. Demonstrated clinical judgment in fast-paced environments, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in both direct patient care and effective communication, ensuring holistic treatment and education for patients and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
06.2023 - Current
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.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Certified Nursing Assistant
RTG Medical Staffing
09.2020 - 11.2021
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
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.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2021
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC
05.2023
High School Diploma -
West Forsyth High School
Clemmons, NC
06.2018
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments
Patient Assessment
Clinical judgment
Patient Care
Wound Care
IV setup
Epic charting system competent user
Omnicell medication dispensing system competent user