Perlita Auguste
Meridianville,AL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine- Jackson Nurse Professionals
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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 treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- 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.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkview Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Health
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with many medical conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, and verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care
- Collaborated with [Number]-person health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for [Number] patients simultaneously
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
East Alabama Medical Center
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising Patient Care Technicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
LPN Charge Nurse
Valley View Nursing And Rehab
02.2010 - 01.2015
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
LPN Charge Nurse
Millennium Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2007 - 02.2010
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookshire Nursing Center
02.2006 - 11.2006
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
LPN Charge Nurse
John L Montgomery Care Center
01.2001 - 06.2005
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 20 patients per day.
LPN Charge Nurse
Cranbury Nursing And Rehab
08.1999 - 01.2001
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
CNA
Freehold Nursing And Rehab
08.1996 - 01.1999
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- 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 tidy and free of clutter to decrease possible fall and/or other incidents.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in patient's chart.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL09.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05.2015
LPN - Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational
Freehold, NJ05.1999
Skills
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- IV Administration
- Pain Management Techniques
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Documenting Vitals
- Blood Product Transfusion
- ADLs Assistance
- Needs Assessment
- Medication Administration
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UAB Medicine- Jackson Nurse Professionals
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkview Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Methodist Health
04.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
East Alabama Medical Center
09.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Signature Healthcare
08.2015 - 06.2019
LPN Charge Nurse
Valley View Nursing And Rehab
02.2010 - 01.2015
LPN Charge Nurse
Millennium Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2007 - 02.2010
LPN Charge Nurse
Brookshire Nursing Center
02.2006 - 11.2006
LPN Charge Nurse
John L Montgomery Care Center
01.2001 - 06.2005
LPN Charge Nurse
Cranbury Nursing And Rehab
08.1999 - 01.2001
CNA
Freehold Nursing And Rehab
08.1996 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
LPN - Nursing
Monmouth County Vocational
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