Paula Magambo
Owosso,MI
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Memorial Healthcare, excelling in patient assessments and care plan development. Demonstrating strong clinical judgment and compassion, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes through effective education and advocacy. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, fostering a safe and supportive environment for patients and families.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
02.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, maintaining composure under pressure while prioritizing patient needs.
- Conducted thorough assessments to evaluate patient conditions and adjust care accordingly.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and teamwork within the department.
- Led training sessions on best practices for infection control, significantly improving compliance rates within the unit.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius and Davita
08.2008 - 01.2020
- Operated dialysis machines to ensure safe and effective patient treatments.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Prepared and maintained dialysis equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new technicians on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Documented patient treatment records accurately and maintained confidentiality standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, identifying potential issues proactively.
- Educated patients about dialysis processes and self-care techniques for better outcomes.
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Promoted health education among patients, offering guidance on dietary restrictions and self-care strategies related to kidney disease management.
- Improved patient comfort by carefully and efficiently setting up dialysis machines and monitoring patients throughout treatments.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Explained dialysis procedures and hemodialysis machine operation to patients prior to treatment to ease anxieties.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict aseptic techniques during all procedures.
- Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate support and addressing concerns throughout the dialysis process.
- Contributed to staff development by sharing expertise in dialysis processes during team meetings and training sessions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various types of dialysis equipment, quickly adapting to new technologies as they were introduced.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues, offering guidance on dialysis procedures while fostering a supportive work environment.
- Advanced professional knowledge by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education programs related to renal care advancements.
CNA/Patient Care Technician
Longterm and Acute Care
03.2004 - 08.2008
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care environments to promote health.
- Supported nursing staff in implementing care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
- Trained new staff on proper caregiving techniques and facility protocols for improved service quality.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI12-2019
High School Diploma -
Owosso Christian School
Owosso, MI06-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- 6 Years telemetry monitoring
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- >4 Years critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- 5 Years precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Complex Problem-solving
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
- ADL assistance
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Treatment Planning
- Acute care expertise
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Appointment scheduling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Memorial Healthcare
02.2020 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius and Davita
08.2008 - 01.2020
CNA/Patient Care Technician
Longterm and Acute Care
03.2004 - 08.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
High School Diploma -
Owosso Christian School