Nacharvius Byrd
Statesboro,GA
Summary
Compassionate Registered nurse with 1 year of Acute Rehabilitation experience and 4 years of Dialysis nurse experience in Acute Dialysis. Hardworking Registered Nurse well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Statesboro, GA
03.2021 - 11.2024
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
Savannah, GA
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Initiated dialysis treatments, and provided continuous monitoring of patients outcomes.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
- Treatment patients with End-Stage Renal Disease and Acute Kidney Injury.
- Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. - Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
Registered Nurse
Coastal State Prison
Savannah , GA
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
- Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
- Cultivated working partnerships with patients and medical staff members, using feedback and clinical data to improve quality care and patient outcomes.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Candler Hospital
Savannah, GA
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Evaluated patients presenting with asthma, appendicitis and hernia.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shift.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, and intracranial hematomas. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols.
- Responsible for primary care, case management and medication management.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient.
- Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
CNA
Candler County Hospital
Metter, GA
07.2010 - 05.2016
- Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift.
- Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.
- Assisted in the care of a variety of patient's in Medical Surgery, ICU, and ER background.
- Assisted in the care of CIWA patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College
2016
Skills
- Resource Coordinator
- Charge Nurse
- Vascular care understanding
- Psych and mental health care proficiency
- Computerized charting proficient
- CPR certification
- BLS certification
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Infection control standards proficient
- Mobility assistance
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Patient monitoring
- Taking vitals
- Family and patient support
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Checking oxygen levels
- Computerized charting specialist
- SBAR communication
- Accessing AVF and patient Tunnel Catherization
- Patient education on Maturing Fistula and Infection control for Dialysis Access
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
03.2021 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
Coastal State Prison
12.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
08.2017 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Candler Hospital
05.2016 - 08.2017
CNA
Candler County Hospital
07.2010 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton State College
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