Nadine Rokayak
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HCA Chippenham Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float
University of Alabama at Birmingham
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse - Medical Intensive Care Unit
St. Vincent's Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments upon admission to the Medical Intensive Care Unit, accurately identifying urgent needs and prioritizing interventions accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain clinical competency and stay current on best practices in critical care nursing.
- Enhanced patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care in a fast-paced medical intensive care environment.
- Assessed patients'' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs to provide holistic nursing care in accordance with individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Peconic Bay Medical Center
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Contributed to the development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the ICU setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented nursing interventions, adjusting care plans as needed to ensure continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Peconic Bay Medical Center
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
Registered Nurse - Telemetry Unit
South Hampton Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Managed complex patients with multiple comorbidities by developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs and ECG readings continuously, promptly identifying any abnormalities requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Educated patients about their conditions, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications necessary for managing long-term health issues.
- Skilled in recognizing early warning signs of potential complications or worsening conditions, enabling timely interventions that prevented further deterioration.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality, personalized care to each individual.
- Implemented time management strategies effectively balancing multiple responsibilities while delivering high-quality care under pressure.
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit
Florida Hospital
11.2013 - 04.2015
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families by providing education on their loved ones'' conditions, treatment plans, and progress updates.
- Completed daily assessments and documented information in electronic medical records.
- Maintained compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards through adherence to established protocols and ongoing professional development.
- Delivered well-rounded care by incorporating behavior modeling and culturally specific approaches.
- Ensured timely administration of treatments by proficiently starting IVs, inserting Foley catheters, changing dressings, performing wound care procedures among other essential nursing tasks.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently assessing, diagnosing, and formulating comprehensive care plans.
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Hospital
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse - Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2013
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice
AC Health Care
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on care processes and patient experiences.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2027
Masters of Business Administration - Business
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Govenors University
Salt Lake City, UT2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL2013
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL2007
High School Diploma - General Education
Chamberlain High School
Tampa, FL2002
Skills
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient education and counseling
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Patient care planning
- High level of autonomy
- Patient assessment
- Data collection
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication administration
Relevant Experience
- Identify conditions that could result in rapid physiological deterioration or life threatening instability.
- Employ critical thinking skills, professional judgment, and establish priorities while utilizing resources.
- Manage patient's pain relief and sedation/conscious sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patient's response and changing the plan of care accordingly.
- Analyze the indications, contraindications, risk-complications and cost-benefit trade offs of therapeutic interventions.
Certifications
- CCRN- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Registered Nurse - State of Virginia # 0001326599
- Registered Nurse - State of Alabama #1-167861
- Registered Nurse - State of New York #693264
- Registered Nurse - State of Florida #RN9369254
Community Service
- Medical Mission International: El Salvador Medical/Surgical Mission Trip 2018.
- International Breast Cancer Surgical Mission: Dominican Republic 2017 Fundraising Campaign.
Affiliations
Member of The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HCA Chippenham Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Medical Intensive Care Unit
St. Vincent's Hospital
09.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float
University of Alabama at Birmingham
07.2018 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Peconic Bay Medical Center
09.2016 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Peconic Bay Medical Center
09.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse - Telemetry Unit
South Hampton Hospital
04.2015 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit
Florida Hospital
11.2013 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Hospital
04.2013 - 01.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse - Psychiatric Unit
Memorial Hospital
10.2011 - 03.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice
AC Health Care
08.2011 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Govenors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma - General Education
Chamberlain High School
Masters of Business Administration - Business
Western Governors University
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