Octavia Porcha
Rochester,NY
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medical support. Recognized for collaborative work with medical teams, ensuring high-quality care and adapting to changing patient needs. Proficient in patient assessment and medication administration, consistently providing compassionate care and demonstrating reliability in all aspects of work.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rochester Regional Health System
11.2023 - Current
- Obtain patient vital signs including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration
- Administer tube feeding, medications, ventilation, and activities of daily living.
- Maintain equipment and supplies used to provide patient care within the home
- Ensure a safe and clean environment is maintained in the home
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Lead Registered Nurse
Private Duty Home Care
06.2016 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Assisted in the development of unit policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements and enhance clinical expertise continually.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health records systems while safeguarding sensitive patient information.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2024
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Bryant & Stratton College
Rochester, NY08.2023
Skills
- Epic Systems
- PCC Systems
- High Quality Patient Care
- Assessment
- Delegation
- Accountability
- Utilizes Nursing Process
- Leadership
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Patient Safety
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
2 Daisy Awards, Leadership Awards, U Inspire Award
I am proud of many achievements during my nursing career. However, the two Daisy awards that I earned during the last year are among the most outstanding achievements in my decade-long career. These achievements are evidence of my ability to uphold the values that define nursing practice. Precisely, I earned these awards due to my extraordinary compassion, empathy, integrity, courage, and defending the interests of the patients that I committed to serve. Such achievements assure me that I am on the right path and motivate me to become a better nurse.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rochester Regional Health System
11.2023 - Current
Lead Registered Nurse
Private Duty Home Care
06.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Bryant & Stratton College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Capella University
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