Delivered high-quality end-of-life care as floor and charge nurse. Participated in weaning life-sustaining measures, including extubations and Airvo. Managed pharmacological weans and bipap adjustments to enhance patient comfort.
Utilized effective wound care techniques to prevent infections or complications from arising during the end-of-life process.
Administered medications for pain management, ensuring optimal relief for patients in their final days.
Enhanced family satisfaction with the hospice experience by offering emotional support and guidance on coping mechanisms.
Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding end-of-life care, ensuring that their voice was heard by family members and healthcare providers alike.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs and preferences.
Provided physical assessments and vital signs monitoring to promptly identify any changes in condition or decline in functioning levels.
Mentored and precepted new nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment for team collaboration and growth.
Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decisionmaking.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
St.Davids Hospice and Family Care
08.2021 - 07.2022
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
Managed complex caseloads (14-16 patients) effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
St.Davids South Austin Medical Center
02.2020 - 08.2021
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Managed patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.