PAMELA ANDERSON
Cape Cod VNA
Sandwich,USA
26
years of professional experience
I am a skilled registered nurse with a solid background working in clinical and home environments, supervising/delivering exceptional patient care and nursing support. Highly observant, detail-oriented, and dedicated to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. I am currently workig on my CCM certification.
Work History
Home Health RN Case Manager
15 Years 11 Months- Completed initial assessments of patients and families to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, revising care plans accordingly.
- Documented changes in patient conditions and collaborated with supervising healthcare provider to ensure timely care adjustments.
- Set up and dismantled TPN and IV medications to ensure safe administration to patients.
- Management of Pluerex Drains, IR Drains, replacement of foley catheters and suprapubic catheters, wound vac dressing changes, and maintenance and removal of picc lines
- Coordinated with vendors to secure timely delivery of medical equipment and supplies, ensuring uninterrupted patient care.
- Supported patients and families in navigating challenging situations, fostering recovery and enhancing adherence to care plans.
- Provided education on disease management techniques to empower patients in their health journeys.
Dialysis Nurse
1 Year- Monitored patient status during treatment and reported variances and adverse reactions to care teams.
- Collected and analyzed patient data throughout treatment process, ensuring accurate documentation in medical records for effective care team communication.
- Collected and analyzed patient data before, during, and after treatments and documented all information in patient medical records.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed and expertise, delivering life-saving interventions and maintaining patient stability.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting processes, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
RN Nurse Manager
5 Years 3 Months- Monitored infection control and critical incidents, implementing changes to improve processes.
- Advised, coached, and mentored experienced nurses on medical issues and crisis management, fostering effective nursing interventions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered, and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff to support patient service goals and uphold standards of care, contributing to improved patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
- Conducted reviews of patient charts to ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Monitored and managed treatment and care interventions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Counseled patients and families to provide psychological, emotional and spiritual support.
- Educated pediatric patients on vaccines, tests, and minor procedures to alleviate anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Coordinated and delivered comprehensive direct and indirect care to pediatric patients in home health settings.
Registered Nurse
1 Year- Documented client medical records accurately and timely to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Educated and supported parents or guardians by addressing questions during appointments and following up through phone calls.
- Assisted patients' parents or guardians by answering questions during appointments and by returning phone calls.
- Guided pediatric patients in understanding and easing concerns about vaccines, tests, and minor procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
BSN - Nursing
Skills
Oasis Assessments
Chart Review/Audits
Patient Care Oversight
Case Management
Care Coordination
Treatment Plan Modification
Routine Examinations
Sample collection
Advanced Wound Care
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Patient-Centered Solutions
Clear Patient Communication
Effective communication
Compassionate and Caring
Timeline
Home Health RN Case Manager
Cape Cod VNA
09.2010 - CurrentRead More
Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
09.2009 - 09.2010Read More
RN Nurse Manager
Epoch of Harwich
06.2004 - 09.2009Read More
Registered Nurse
House of Hope
01.2003 - 05.2004Read More
Registered Nurse
Chelmsford Pediatrics
09.2000 - 09.2001Read More
Rivier University
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Chamberlain University
BSN from Nursing
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