Piclola Williams
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
1. To provide safe, effective, and holistic care for incarcerated adults with various mental illnesses.
2. Conduct a thorough psychiatric evaluation that is suitable for the individual's developmental stage, encompassing pertinent medical and psychiatric history as well as social determinants of health. Conduct a mental status examination and an extensive risk assessment.
3. To contribute to the growth of the organization.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UVA Medical Center-Travel Assignment
Charotteville, VA
09.2021 - Current
- Competent administering medications, assess effectiveness and document patient response.
- Expert in administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds,drains and special equipment. Confident in answering questions and educating patients and family continued care strategies.
- Expert in patient admission and discharge processes.
- Competent in starting and managing infusions such as Heparin, Insulin and Opioids for pain management.
Registered Nurse
St Marys Hospital
Richmond Virginia, VA
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Developed appropriate policies for identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients.
- Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
- Communicated with patients regarding continuing care and medications and discussed treatment plans with family members and guardians.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
Registered Nurse-Acute Psychiatric Admission Unit
Central State Hospital
Petersburg, VA
12.2018 - 05.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Unit
CTMH Doctors Hospital
George Town, Cayman Islands
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Management of pre and postoperative patients.
- Caring for patients using the IV pump,Patient controlled Analgesic Pump and Continuous cardiac monitor.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Princess Margaret Hospital
Nassau , Bahamas
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Collaborate with other members of the Health care team to co-ordinate,plan and implement care in consultation with parents.
- Caring for neonates from 24-40 weeks gestation.
- Caring for neonates requiring Mechanical Ventilation,CPAP,Oxyhood, Freeflow Oxygen and Nasal Cannula.
- Experience in collecting blood sample from the UAC.
- Assisting in exchange blood transfusion.
- Caring for patients in special beds,incubators and warmers.
- Educating parents on the proper breast feeding techniques,benefits of breast feeding and proper storing and handling of breast milk.
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Unit
University Hospital of The West Indies Mona
Kingston, Jamaica
07.2012 - 10.2014
- Caring for clients with various medical conditions.
- Administration of Anti-Neoplastic.
- Administration of blood and blood products according to the institution policy.
- Caring for patients with terminal illnesses such as Cancer.
- Management of patients with compromised airway requiring artificial airway.
- Insertion of NG Tubes and Urethral Catheter.
- Caring for patients receiving Total Parental Nutrition.
- Management of patients receiving Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy.
Registered Nurse-Orthopedic Unit
Spanish Town Hospital
St Catherine, Jamaica
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Taught patients how to use devices, care for wounds and prevent complications with proper care.
- Managed patient flow, including checking in patients, completing intakes and performing initial assessments.
- Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
University Of The West Indies Mona
Jamaica11.2011
Skills
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Licensed Registered Nurse
Basic Life Support Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
UVA Medical Center-Travel Assignment
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Marys Hospital
05.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse-Acute Psychiatric Admission Unit
Central State Hospital
12.2018 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Unit
CTMH Doctors Hospital
11.2015 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Princess Margaret Hospital
10.2014 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Unit
University Hospital of The West Indies Mona
07.2012 - 10.2014
Registered Nurse-Orthopedic Unit
Spanish Town Hospital
02.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
University Of The West Indies Mona
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