Nissan Williams
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Valley Hospice Of Arizona
Mesa, AZ
06.2020 - 03.2024
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Conducted research studies related to new treatments or techniques for improving patient outcomes.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- 14 months director of health
Acute Care RN
North Vista Hospital | Las Vegas
Las Vegas
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Provided individualized patient care and assessment to critically ill patients.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiration rate.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures in the acute care setting.
- Performed initial nursing assessments of newly admitted patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes and treatment plans.
- Participated in daily multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes.
- Ensured proper documentation of patient data for continuity of care purposes.
- Identified potential risks or complications associated with critical illness or injury.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding changes in patient condition or treatments administered.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when providing direct patient care services.
- Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic studies to identify any abnormal findings.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities that included arranging follow-up appointments, home health services.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Head to toe assessments
- Medication administration all routes
LVN
Vitas Hospice
Los Angeles, CA
11.2013 - 08.2016
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
- Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records for each patient utilizing electronic health record systems.
- Assessed patient needs for additional services such as social work or home health aides.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers including physicians, nurses and specialists in order to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations using appropriate interventions based on established protocols.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA04-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Ogden, UT02-2018
Associate of Arts - Behavioral And Social Sciences
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA06-2013
LVN Certificate - LVN
Angeles College
Los Angeles, CA08-2012
Skills
CPR BLS, PALS
Timeline
RN
Valley Hospice Of Arizona
06.2020 - 03.2024
Acute Care RN
North Vista Hospital | Las Vegas
09.2018 - 04.2020
LVN
Vitas Hospice
11.2013 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ashworth College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Associate of Arts - Behavioral And Social Sciences
Los Angeles Southwest College
LVN Certificate - LVN
Angeles College
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