Registered Nurse providing work history treating patients with chronic and acute wounds. Demonstrated talent for assessing patients and delivering individualized care. Skillfully adjusted and revised care plans based on patient response to boost overall outcome.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Pine Grove Nursing Center
Center , TX
08.2023 - Current
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Assessed patients' wounds and documented progress in medical records.
Provided wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, and topical medications.
Instructed patients on proper wound care techniques to promote healing.
Performed patient assessments including vital signs, skin assessment, and pain assessment.
Educated patients on the importance of preventive measures to avoid further injury or infection.
Maintained a safe environment by following standard precautions and safety guidelines.
Registered Nurse
Louisiana Home Care
Mansfield, LA
11.2021 - 10.2024
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses and post op surgery
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse
Pinegrove nursing center
Center , TX
08.2020 - 11.2021
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient..
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse
Christus Health
Shreveport, Louisiana
05.2019 - 08.2020
Provided patient care and education to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.