Paula Odds
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in vascular access management at Fresenius Dialysis. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Skilled in anemia management and team collaboration, ensuring comprehensive support for patients navigating chronic kidney disease. Committed to advocating for patient rights and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
08.2011 - Current
- Trained and manage thirteen patients with home hemodialysis treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Educated patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
- Reduced complications by accurately assessing patients'' needs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
Earl K. Long Medical Center
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2010
Skills
- Vascular Access management
- HIPAA compliance
- Team leadership qualities
- Erythropoietin administration
- Fluid management
- Anemia management
- Patient education techniques
- Medication and IV administration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Blood transfusion administration
- Clear patient communication
Accomplishments
Certified Dialysis Nurse
Certification
- Certified Dialysis Nurse Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission November, 2016-present
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
08.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse
Earl K. Long Medical Center
08.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A&M College
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