Octavia Lewis
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in documentation, communication, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/Med-Surg/Oncology Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
Norfolk, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Chemo Certified
- IMC trained
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Chesapeake, VA
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice and gastrointestinal bugs.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Anthem
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2017 - 12.2021
- AUMI/ACMP/COMPASS/Facets/Macess/SAM/OIG/AIM trained
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgement to researched cases to evaluate and establish determinations.
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
- Remained up-to-date on various benefit plans, medical policies and state-specific clinical guidelines or criteria.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Home Health Nurse
Icare Home Health Agency
Norfolk, VA
06.2017 - 12.2021
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
- Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed home health patients to identify physical, psycho-social, and environmental needs.
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues.
- Medicare and Medicaid experience
Staff Registered Nurse
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Epic system user
- Worked in Med-surg/Oncology and Pre-op/Pacu
- Plan, provide, and monitor individualized nursing care in response to specific patient needs.
- Advocated for patients' needs and reported on changing conditions and requirements to supervisors.
- Achieved patient outcomes by developing and maintaining productive relationships with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Supported development of students, new staff, and colleagues
- Provided complete patient care for various precaution patients/infection control
- Proficiency in IV insertion
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VA12.2013
Skills
- Patient Care
- Preventive Healthcare
- Medication Administration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Pain Management Oversight
- Wound Management
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication and IV Administration
- IV insertion and maintainence/Central line
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Diabetes Management
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)/Pre-op/Med-surg
- Tracheostomy Care
- Epic Systems
- Utilization Review
- Chemotherapy certified
Certification
- Licensed MULTISTATE Registered Nurse-since 2013. License # 0001248740 Expire 11/30/2025
- Chemotherapy certification Expire 7/11/2025
- BLS through American Heart Association Expire 12/2024
- ACLS through American Heart Association Expire 01/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Med-Surg/Oncology Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2021 - 01.2023
Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Anthem
09.2017 - 12.2021
Home Health Nurse
Icare Home Health Agency
06.2017 - 12.2021
Staff Registered Nurse
Maryview Medical Center
01.2014 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
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