PRISCILLA LOUIS
Chula Vista,CA
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
13
13
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 and referral to higher healthcare services as required by participant's state of health for expertise evaluation and treatment.
- Provide health education and counseling to the participant and family as indicated by the plan of care.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, administered medications, tracked dosages and document per center policy.
- 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.
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
Scripps Mercy Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered care to adult patients with diverse acute and chronic medical conditions in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
- Performed thorough patient assessments, monitored vital signs, and promptly identified and responded to changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, including IV therapies, while adhering to hospital protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, pharmacists, and therapists—to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Managed multiple patients efficiently, prioritizing care and ensuring timely interventions in a high-acuity environment.
- Provided patient and family education on disease processes, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions to promote continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and effective communication skills in complex patient care situations.
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 patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- 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, Maine
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, Nigeria
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
Phoenix10-2022
Associate of Science - Operating Room Nursing
School of Perioperative Nursing
Irrua11-2012
Diploma - Registered Nursing
State School of Nursing
Agbor11-2010
Skills
- Motivated Attitude
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork Skills
- Ability to work with minimal or no supervision, medication administration skill with health screening using nursing process and nursing diagnosis to prepare nursing plan of care, critical thinking ability in any critical circumstances to achieve positive results, blood draw and sample collection, immunization skills, colostomy care skill, IV drug therapy management, diabetes management, wound care knowledge, tracheostomy care gastroenteric nutrition knowledge and skill, Infectious disease control, ability to work in a team
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Address: 2011 Artisan Way, Chula Vista, 91915
- Nationality:
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
Magnolia Adult Day Health Care
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
Scripps Mercy Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2023
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
Diploma - Registered Nursing
State School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Operating Room Nursing
School of Perioperative Nursing