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Nimisha Macwan

Aldie,VA

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination within a fast-paced setting. Maintains composure in high-pressure situations and effectively manages challenging patients. Skilled in building lasting connections with patients and families through compassionate communication, respect, and top-notch customer service.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse II

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

National Certified Medical Assistant

Ashby Ponds Assisted Living, Erickson Living
06.2015 - 08.2021
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Boosted immunization rates within the practice population by administering vaccinations according to established guidelines and schedules.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies by acting as a liaison.

Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Unit

Bhailal Amin General Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2010
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • 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.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Sangam Hospital
01.2004 - 07.2006
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
  • Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
  • Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College
Chicago, IL
08-2025

Certificate - CPR/AED/FIRST-AID

National CPR Foundation
Ashburn, VA
01-2024

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant

Hunter College
New York, NY
03-2014

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Government College Of Nursing
Vadodara, Gujarat, India
08-2003

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Care plan development
  • Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
  • Chronic disease management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Spinal cord injury care
  • Cardiac rehabilitation
  • Stroke rehabilitation

Certification

  • Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) -
  • Active License - 0001324567


Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse II

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2024 - Current

National Certified Medical Assistant

Ashby Ponds Assisted Living, Erickson Living
06.2015 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse Medical Surgical Unit

Bhailal Amin General Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2010

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Sangam Hospital
01.2004 - 07.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College

Certificate - CPR/AED/FIRST-AID

National CPR Foundation

Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Assistant

Hunter College

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Government College Of Nursing

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