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Narissa Adderley

Narissa Adderley

Saint Louis

Summary


Professional healthcare provider with extensive experience in rehabilitation nursing. Known for delivering patient-centric care and successfully implementing tailored rehabilitation plans. Highly collaborative team player committed to achieving optimal patient outcomes and adaptable to varying needs of healthcare setting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rehabilitation Nurse

Aya Healthcare
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
  • Mentored new rehabilitation nurses, sharing expertise in evidence-based practices leading to successful integration within the team.
  • Advanced the field of rehabilitation nursing by participating in professional development programs, applying new knowledge to improve clinical practice standards.
  • Collaborated with rehabilitation specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans that addressed both physical and cognitive needs of patients.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Rehabilitation Nurse

Aya Healthcare
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
  • Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
  • Mentored new rehabilitation nurses, sharing expertise in evidence-based practices leading to successful integration within the team.
  • Advanced the field of rehabilitation nursing by participating in professional development programs, applying new knowledge to improve clinical practice standards.
  • Collaborated with rehabilitation specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans that addressed both physical and cognitive needs of patients.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

RN Vaccinator-Contract

CVS Pharmacy
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

RN Supervisor

Nazareth Living Center
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
  • Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
  • Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
  • Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
  • Reduced medication errors by providing thorough training and supervision to nursing staff.
  • Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
  • Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
  • Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
  • Worked with the geriatric and rehabilitation population.
  • Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments.


Registered Nurse

MOH&W (Marsh Harbour Health Center)
02.2020 - 02.2023
  • Total Employment: February 2020- February 2023 (3+years)
  • Job Title: Registered Nurse
  • Supervisor’s Name: Nursing Officer 1 Lisa Adderley
  • Supervisor’s Phone Number: 1 (242) 577-4256
  • Type of Business: Acute Care Clinic
  • Position: Staff Nurse, 40 hours / week, 30-40Patients Area: Medical/Emergency
  • Roles, Responsibilities, Skills: Standard Nursing Care
  • Adheres to Data Privacy
  • Participates in the treatment of patient's conditions and helped alleviated symptoms by administering oral, IV, and intramuscular medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues.
  • Participates, prepares and monitors patients alongside physicians with collecting patient data, determining treatment options, diagnostic and sterile procedures such as catheterization, ecg, ultrasound, incision and drainage, wound dressing, debridement etc..
  • Develops and implements treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns.
  • Manages smooth patient flows into and out of the emergency department, handling admissions and discharge paperwork.
  • Performs stabilized interventions of patients during emergencies with first aid and life support care.
  • Assists in the care of transporting patients on emergency flights to various acute care facilitates.
  • Proper Communication & Documentation
  • Head to Toe assessment
  • Assessing and Proper Carrying out of Doctor’s orders
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Blood Sugar monitoring
  • Suctioning
  • Pain assessment & management
  • Heath Teaching
  • Fall Prevention
  • Equipment: Infusion Pump, Suctioning Machine, Sphygmomanometer, Pulse oximeter, Stethoscope, Nebulizer, Glucometer, Oxygen equipment.

Registered Nurse

Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOH&W)
12.2016 - 08.2023
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Working with children, adolescent and adult population
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of the Bahamas
12.2016

High School Diploma - undefined

C.R. Walker Senior High School
06.2008

Skills

  • Traumatic brain injury care
  • Task prioritization
  • Spinal cord injury care
  • Stroke rehabilitation
  • Catheter care
  • Feeding tube management
  • Fall prevention
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Basic life support
  • Excellent communication
  • Direct patient care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Patient education
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Physical assessment
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Exposure to:
  • Contact Tracing
  • Elderly Home Care Services
  • Discharge planning
  • Emergency/Acute Nursing Care
  • Wound Care
  • Preventative Nursing Care

Certification

  • Institution: The Bahamas Nursing Registered Nurse License
  • Institution: Missouri State Board Nursing License-Compact
  • Certification: Basic Life Support

Date Passed: February 2025

  • Certification: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Date Passed: February 2025


Timeline

Rehabilitation Nurse

Aya Healthcare
02.2025 - 05.2025

Rehabilitation Nurse

Aya Healthcare
12.2024 - 02.2025

RN Vaccinator-Contract

CVS Pharmacy
09.2024 - 11.2024

RN Supervisor

Nazareth Living Center
07.2023 - 08.2024

Registered Nurse

MOH&W (Marsh Harbour Health Center)
02.2020 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse

Ministry of Health & Wellness (MOH&W)
12.2016 - 08.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

C.R. Walker Senior High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of the Bahamas