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Paula Allen

Registered Nurse
Titusville,FL

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 12 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Admission and Hospice RN specialty, as well as PCU level of inpatient hospital care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice Admission RN

Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
Melbourne , FL
05.2016 - Current
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
  • Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
  • Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
  • Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

RN Floor Nurse

Adventist Health System
Orlando, FL
05.2015 - 05.2016
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

RN

Pediatric Services Of America
Cocoa , FL
04.2014 - 05.2015
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pediatric Services Of America
Cocoa , Florida
01.2011 - 05.2014
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Keiser University
Melbourne, FL
04.2014

Certification - Medical Assistant

Corinthian Colleges
Melbourne, FL
01.2011

Skills

  • Nursing Consultation
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Skill-Building Activities
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Patient Visitation
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Pain Control
  • Patient Examination
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Emotional Support
  • Exemplary Communication Skills

Accomplishments

  • Achieved patient satisfaction and problem resolution through effectively helping with determining cause of issue and resolving it through patient advocation and multi-disciplinary planning and coordination.
  • Achieved consistent patient satisfaction by coordinating patient admission and emergentcare with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provided training to oncoming nurses and was frequently requested for training and commended on ability to educate in a comprehensive and coherent manner.
  • Excellent reviews from my manager are available regarding quality of work and working well with others.

Certification

  • HIPAATraining - 04/2022
  • Licensed Mulitstate Compact Florida RN License - 05/2022-04/2024
  • Certified Hospice Admission RN, Vitas Inovative Healthcare - 056/2016-current

Hobbies/Items Important to Me

I enjoy spending time with my church family in community outreach projects, many of which involve cooking. I have trained and provided catering services prior to becoming a RN and enjoy carrying that experience over in service and time with members of my community.


I have a large family and enjoy spending family nights of shared meals and an assortment of games to reconnect with my family and relax.


I have enjoyed outdoor activities in the past. I have experience ranging from fishing to whitewater rafting and camping.

Timeline

Hospice Admission RN

Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
05.2016 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

Adventist Health System
05.2015 - 05.2016

RN

Pediatric Services Of America
04.2014 - 05.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Pediatric Services Of America
01.2011 - 05.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Keiser University

Certification - Medical Assistant

Corinthian Colleges

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