Raelene DelAmen

• Ensure flow of the clinic is managed.
• Check-in patients upon arrival, direct patients on process and procedure, answer questions and concerns while patients await treatment/appointment, schedule patients
• Triage patients upon arrival for their procedure appointment or as requested. Take vital signs, which include taking blood pressure, pulse and temperature if patient is feeling ill. Ask for patient's pain level. Utilize documentation for triage, asking patients questions regarding their medications, previous appointments, recent emergencies, change in health, allergies, pacemakers and if drivers have been acquired.
• Gives report to nurse and/or physician after patient has been triaged, and present any issues and concerns regarding the patient.
• Maintains flow of the procedure room. Setting up the procedure room for patients scheduled that day. Ensure appropriate team members are present for procedures(xray tech, attending physician, and fellow and/or resident if assigned). Receive report from triage nurse and/or physician. Assist team with verifying patient for procedure and obtaining consent. Assist physicians with set-up of equipment for procedures and positioning of patient on procedure table. Operate equipment used in completing procedure appointments(e.g...Radiofrequency Ablation generator, Centrifuge).
• Maintain safety for patients and staff
• Ensured patient information confidentiality by adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines during all interactions with medical records or equipment containing sensitive data.
• Reduced risk of cross-contamination between patients by following proper cleaning protocol .
• Calibrating and maintaining medical equipment for optimal performance.
• Maintained consistent work environment, overseeing intricate daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Support and direct staff training initiatives, educating colleagues on proper techniques and/or usage of equipment and process.
• Worked with vendors to facilitate care for patients and communication with staff.
• Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper setup, operation, and disassembly of specialized instruments.
• Increased department efficiency by organizing and maintaining an inventory system for all medical tools.
• Utilizing knowledge of basic nursing in general care of patients and customer service. Providing excellent customer service.
• Gathering resources for patient education and care.
• Educating patients and staff on process and procedure in the pain clinic and/or hospital and healthcare.
• Being pro-active in projects and in providing care and information.
• Acts as Lead for the nurses. Providing a mentor and resource to guide and direct.
• Multi-tasks to benefit the requirements of the clinical team.
• Able to adapt to changes and emergencies that occur suddenly.
• Observes situations that may need intervention. Making an appropriate judgement of the situation for proper problem-solving intervention.
• Documents patient interaction, reports patient issues, discuss requests and tasks with appropriate staff member and acts upon the plan.
• Orient new nurses
• Orient new residents
• Recognize emergency situations and react in a timely manner, following procedure and protocol.

• Served as charge nurse for rehabilitation unit and sub-acute unit
• Managed care for 19-22 patients during 12-hour shift
• Worked under supervision of the RN
• Administered medications as prescribed; whether by mouth, injection or feeding tube.
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
• Provided wound care for patients as ordered by Wound care nurse. Monitored healing process.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Took vital signs twice a shift, and as needed.
• Advocated for patients needs by working with other nurses and healthcare providers.
• Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
• Utilized precautions for fall risk patients and developed new plans for non-compliant patients.
• Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the supervisor promptly.
• Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, alleviating stressors associated with caring for loved ones at home.
• Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing knowledge, and mentoring new nursing staff members.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Helped patients in Activities of Daily Living.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process and for those on hospice.
• Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information for proper documentation and to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Administered appropriate interventions for health problems, utilizing medication(IV, by mouth, by injection, feeding tube or suppository), wound treatment, breathing treatments, catheterization, oxygen or suction.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Called 911 in emergency situations and followed protocol .
• Observed and recognized patients in distress and acted appropriately in a timely manner.
• Monitored patient health conditions as ordered.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Provided respiratory care for sub-acute patients.
• Followed respiratory care regimen for patients in compliance with treatment plans by Respiratory therapists.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Enhanced patient recovery through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Provide Behavioral Modification sessions for a pair of austistic brothers the age of 5 and 2 1/2. Follow therapy set by therapists, school district and parents of the students. Utilize appropriate play and activities of daily living to shape the children's minds and actions to help with proper development and growth. Create fun and entertaining exercises with play or tasks, to focus the child to have a positive and successful outcome. Provide safe environment during sessions. Assist children's mother in reinforcing good behaviors and appropriate responses. Gain progress within projected time of goals.

• Supported children's development by encouraging teamwork and understanding of others.
• Provided grooming and mobility assistance to support daily living needs.
• Provided medication reminders and assisted with administration as needed, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
• Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
• Improved communication between family members and medical staff by acting as a liaison when necessary.
• Instructed children in health and personal hygiene habits.
• Organized and participated in fun and educational [Type] and [Type] activities with children.
• Adapted care strategies to accommodate the diverse cultural, religious, and personal preferences of patients.

• Increased overall client satisfaction levels by consistently providing high-quality care tailored to each individual''s preferences and requirements.
• Developed effective coping strategies for managing client behaviors related to dementia or cognitive decline, fostering a positive atmosphere.
• Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
• Demonstrated excellent time management and organizational skills, managing multiple clients'' needs simultaneously without compromising quality of care.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care services.
• Supported patients'' daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation to promote independence.
• Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.