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Priscilla Louis

Chula Vista

Summary

Organized, dedicated and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with 15 years of experienced in treating and caring for patients, and their families.. Collaborate well with other team members to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Compassionate with distinguished understanding of hospital and other health care related organization functions. . Committed to patient education and advocacy. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families with experiences in discharge management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Magnolia Adult Day Health Care
El Cajon
12.2023 - Current
  • Performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Administration of medications, educating and monitoring of self administration of medication by the participants.
  • Communication with Doctors, other Medical Providers, pharmacy, physical therapy, social services, care givers and other team responsible for participants care as required.
  • Supervision of a maintenance program designed by an occupational and/or physical therapist to promote and maintain participants' health.
  • Observation and monitoring of participants health status at all time, provide supportive and restorative nursing skills as indicated by treatment plan.
  • Provide assistance to the participant in obtaining medical services from providers other than adult day health staff.

Registered Nurse

Magnolia Post Acute Care
El Cajon
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Participated in bedside reporting and hand off transfers.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Documented nursing intervention Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient compliant.
  • Supervised newly employed nurses in the administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for participants by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Treated participants using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to manage chronic and acute pain.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care practices.
  • Acted as patient's advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.

Memory Care Coordinator

Winterberry Heights Assisted Living
Bangor
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Guided prospective residents and families for tours of memory care unit, answering questions about services and facility.
  • Managed and updated operations of 28-bed memory care unit.
  • Oversaw screening and intake process for new residents.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Led and motivated 15 employees through supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operational activities.
  • Resolved conflicts between nurses and administrative staff to maintain optimal workflows.
  • Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.
  • Participated in morning meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents.
  • Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
  • Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Implemented infection prevention procedures to achieve and maintain state accreditation.

Operating Room Nurse

Delta State Teaching Hospital
Delta State
02.2013 - 12.2019
  • Responded to emergency situations, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids.
  • Participated in continuing education programs and workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
  • Provided skilled direct nursing care to surgical patients in operating room department.
  • Maintained infection control logs.
  • Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
  • Cared for patients recovering from surgical and anesthetic procedures and provided personalized daily assistance, reviewed post-op orders and transfer patients to unit.
  • Documented all therapies, including iv infusion and blood transfusion to keep patient charts up-to-date.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
10.2022

Specialty in Operating Room - Nursing

School of Perioperative Nursing
Irrua
11.2012

Diploma - Registered Nursing

State School of Nursing
Agbor
11.2010

Skills

  • Motivated Attitude
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Ability to work with minimal or no supervision
  • Screening using nursing process
  • Nursing diagnosis
  • Prepare nursing plan of care
  • Critical thinking ability
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Immunization skills
  • Colostomy care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Diabetes management
  • Wound care knowledge
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Gastroenteric nutrition knowledge and skill
  • Infectious disease control

Languages

English

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Magnolia Adult Day Health Care
12.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Magnolia Post Acute Care
08.2021 - 12.2023

Memory Care Coordinator

Winterberry Heights Assisted Living
11.2020 - 07.2021

Operating Room Nurse

Delta State Teaching Hospital
02.2013 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

Specialty in Operating Room - Nursing

School of Perioperative Nursing

Diploma - Registered Nursing

State School of Nursing

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