Raven McCormick

• Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.

• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
• Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
• Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files with Cerner

• Monitored vital signs and provided patient education on proper health care while traveling.
• Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
• Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
• Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
• Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.

Head Clinc Nurse Sandersville

• Scheduled appointments for evaluations
• Worked along side a Nurse Practitioner, communicated patients needs, and followed orders.
• Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management along side Nurse Practitioner.
• Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
• Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
• Correctly administered vaccinations

• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
• Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Used clinical skills to conduct lab draws, assess vital signs, complete glucose evaluations and treat pre-and post-operation patients.
• Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
• Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.
• Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.

• Facilitated weekly group sessions focused on various issues to help groups and individuals.
• Devised community-based programs focused on combating specific problems.
• Assessed mental and physical conditions of clients by consulting with professionals, conducting interviews and completing assessments.
• Ambulated individuals with safe and effective strategies around home, public and medical locations.
• Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
• Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces.
• Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.