Phyllis Rayford

Work History

Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital

Rocky Mount, NC

06.2023 - Current

Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.

Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital

Rocky Mount, NC

01.2021 - Current

Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.

Rocky Mount Rehab

Rocky Mount, NC

08.2015 - 01.2021

Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.