Raymond

Working per-diem Administering IV medications, fluids, and give subcutaneous injections, I also insert and remove peripheral intravenous lines from the clients. Monitoring patient responses and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of infusion services. I work in the client's homes on an as-needed basis.

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.

As a Strike Nurse in the Cardiovascular Step-Down Unit, care specialized to patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to general care. Care for a range of 3-5 patients during the shift. The role involves close monitoring of patients recovering from cardiac procedures, surgeries, or events such as heart attacks. Ensure the delivery of high-quality care during periods of staffing shortages or labor disputes.

• Working inpatient psych facilities, clinics and Ambulatory GI Centers on a as needed basis.

• Provide specialized care to patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to general care. Involves close monitoring of patients recovering from cardiac procedures, surgeries, or events such as heart attacks.

Float to specialty units, including neuro-telemetry, medical telemetry, and medical-surgical

Precept new hires, new graduate nurses, and student nurses during clinical rotations

• Correctly identifies the patient for infusion
• Inserts and monitors IV catheters, IV lines, and tubing
• Administering Ketamine and fluid therapy
• Maintains equipment to be used with patients
• Assesses patients throughout the infusion for adverse reactions to Ketamine
• Documents medications, vital signs, and side effects in the medical record
• Educates self, staff, and patient regarding all infusion medications and premeds
• Responds appropriately to side effects, adverse reactions, or anaphylaxis during infusion
• Evaluates and manage patients within the infusion clinic through the use of the nursing process
• Initiated IV insertions on 10-14 patients each day of work
• Streamlined clinic operations by coordinating appointments for multiple providers within the infusion department.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores through effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues regarding treatment plans and progress updates.

• Supervising interdisciplinary care by bringing together the different specialists who will help in the patient's care
• Responsible for monitoring and evaluating the care delivered to the patient
• Create and promote adherence to a care plan developed in coordination with the patient, primary care provider, and family/caregiver(s)
• Connect patients to relevant community resources to enhance patient health and well-being, increase patient satisfaction, and reduce healthcare costs
• Construct a care plan every three months with patient care and follow up weekly with the patient in person.
• Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up and appropriate interventions.
• Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.

Provide comprehensive care up to 8 patients with diverse medical needs, including those requiring chemotherapy, hospice care, cardiac, medical, post-operative and neurological care. Perform Charge Nurse duties and manage clinical and support staff. Continuous monitoring, assessment, and intervention to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Provide essential nursing care to 28 residents, ensuring their health, comfort, and well-being. Involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, wound care respiratory treatments, physical assessments, and assisting with daily activities. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans for each resident.