Patience Lariba Ayambire
Odessa,TX
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. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Midland, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- 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.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Nurse
Reliable Nursing Agency
Odessa, TX
02.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
LVN Charge Nurse
Manor Park
Midland, TX
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
CNA
Rockwood Manor
Midland, TX
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midland College
Midland, TX05.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Odessa College
Odessa, TXMaster of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Patient Monitoring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Assessment
- Decision Making
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medication Administration
- Patient Relations
- Infectious Disease Control
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- SBAR Communication
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Care Planning
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2021 to present
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
RN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Reliable Nursing Agency
02.2021 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
Manor Park
11.2018 - 04.2021
CNA
Rockwood Manor
09.2017 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Midland College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Odessa College
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
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