Patricia Ramos
Point Pleasant,WV
Summary
Versatile RN with significant experience delivering compassionate care at Heartland Hospiceexcelling in care coordination and patient advocacy. Proven ability to develop comprehensive care plans and educate families, ensuring optimal health outcomes. Skilled in electronic health records and compassionate communication, fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient experiences and support systems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
American Medical Staffing
Hunt Valley, MD
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Participated in training sessions to learn hospital protocols and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Adhered to infection control practices while assisting with procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
RN Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
Jackson, OH
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal health outcomes.
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and ongoing monitoring.
- Educated families on hospice services and resources to enhance support systems.
- Managed documentation using electronic health records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Advocated for patients' rights and preferences during care planning discussions.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families to streamline care delivery.
- Developed discharge plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals for seamless transitions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life care decisions.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals and outpatient clinics.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in the electronic health record.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbors at Gallipolis
Gallipolis, OH
03.2011 - 10.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for smooth transitions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Managed care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams regularly.
- Trained new nurses on policies, procedures, and best practices consistently.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated with families regarding patient status and care instructions clearly.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
- Performed routine checks on equipment used for patient care.
- Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande
Ohio05-2019
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Infection control
- Case management
- Compassionate care
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Discharge planning
- Quality improvement
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Health education
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Direct nursing care
- Nursing plan development
- Wound care
- Geriatric treatment
- Follow-up calls
- Long-term care
- Chronic disease management
- IV drug therapy management
- Setting up referrals
- Oxygen saturation standards
- ADL assistance
- Hospice care
- Ventilator care
- Licensed RN
- Family education
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Palliative care awareness
Affiliations
- gardening
- cooking
- crocheting
- antique shopping
Certification
- LPN
- RN
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
American Medical Staffing
04.2025 - Current
RN Case Manager
Heartland Hospice
10.2021 - 10.2024
LPN Charge Nurse
Arbors at Gallipolis
03.2011 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Rio Grande
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