PRACHI PATEL
Conroe
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Houston Methodist Hospital, specializing in cardiac patient management and effective communication. Proven track record in enhancing patient care protocols and participating in quality assurance initiatives. Compassionate support provider skilled in resolving complex issues and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Cardiovascular Department
Houston Methodist Hospital
The Woodlands
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored Post-Op vitals, set up PCA and fluids.
- Contributed to the effectiveness of unit-based Quality Assurance initiatives.
- Documented patients' medical history in records.
- Accurately documented EKG results along with nursing assessments and treatments.
- Leveraged evaluation expertise to pinpoint essential treatment needs.
- Engaged with nursing staff to support overall health and safety of patients.
- Partner with clinical teams to design comprehensive care protocols.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Department
Tomball Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse
Apex Heart Institute
08.2012 - 08.2013
- Logged extensive experience with 2,100 hours in the cardiology department.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Assisted in cardio-thoracic surgeries.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Collaborated with globally recognized cardiologist Dr. Tejas Patel.
Nurse Trainee and Intern
VS General Hospital
Ahmadabad
10.2008 - 07.2012
- Company Overview: (Ahmadabad, India)
- Performed all tasks with a patient centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatment
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
- Provided necessary health education training for patients
- Completed clinical rotation in all departments
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow up care
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
- Partnered with team of registered nurses to ensure well-being of all patients
- Collaborated with doctors and nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Had an experience working in general surgery, orthopedics’ surgery, psychiatric, pediatrics’ surgery, ENT, Cardio-thoracic surgery, Neuro surgery, Gastric surgery, OB-GYN and intensive care departments
- (Ahmadabad, India)
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
JG College of Nursing
Ahmadabad, Gujarat, India10.2012
Skills
- Proficient in cardiac patient management
- Compassionate support provider
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Medication Administration Expert
- Trained in comprehensive patient care
- Cross-cultural competence
- Skilled in acute and rehabilitative services
- Effective relationship building
- Experienced in cardio-thoracic surgical care
- Rapid knowledge acquisition
- Collaborative team contributor
- Proficient in resolving complex issues
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong analytical and writing abilities
- Efficient in patient status communication
Certification
Registered Nurse in Texas, 927444
References
Available upon request
Special Skills
Microsoft Office Software, Able to read, write and speak in English, Gujarati and Hindi
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Cardiovascular Department
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical Department
Tomball Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Apex Heart Institute
08.2012 - 08.2013
Nurse Trainee and Intern
VS General Hospital
10.2008 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Nursing -
JG College of Nursing
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