Regina Lewis
Longview,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple co-morbidities.
- Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practice
- Promoted culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Texas Oncology
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education
Preoperative /Surgical Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center/ PSC
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored response to medications.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to surgical patients per day
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for surgical patients per day
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
UT HOPE CANCER CENTER
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Cared for patients in 20-25-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care
- Created warm and inviting atmosphere through use of soft music to help patients feel less stressed while undergoing treatment
- Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures
- Prepared chemotherapy doses and iron infusions for patient treatments as per physicians' orders
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery
Christus Good Shepherd
05.1995 - 02.2021
- Provided scrubbing surgical assistance and support to surgeons during obstetrics and gynecology procedures.
- Used sutures, staples, clips and other tools to close wounds.
- Performed and documented pre-surgery and post-surgery sponge, instrument, and needle count.
- Controlled bleeding during procedures by applying hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, and electrocautery equipment.
- Collected, prepared, and disposed of medical specimens.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
- Created unobstructive operative fields by using retractors, sponges, and suction and irrigating equipment.
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools
- Maintained high infection control standards
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Longview Independent School District
02.2006 - 06.2017
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting Hearing and Vision Screenings and Scoliosis evaluations.
- Oversaw health services for school of Approximately 700 students and faculty.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising Principal
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX05.2020
Bachelor's - Healthcare Administration
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall, TX05.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX2018
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Kilgore Jr. College
Kilgore, TX2018
Licensed Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX12.2001
Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX05.1995
Skills
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Patient-focused care
- Tracheostomy care
- Culturally-competent care
- NG tube insertion and removal
- Safe sharps disposal
- Pre-surgical preparation
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Passing surgical instrument
- Suturing
- Specimen collection
- Pre- and post-surgical counts
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Health screening
- BLS certified
- Critical care 3 hours
- IV infusion treatments
- Chemotherapeutic drug administration
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Supply Restocking
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Patient Management
- Lab result interpretation
- Wound Care
- ADL Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Team Coordination
- Emergency Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Gastrostomy buttons experience
- Infection control measures
- Intake and discharge
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Discharge
- Relationship Building
- HIPAA Education
- Taking vitals
- Medication Administration
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Insulin medication assistance
- Performing EKGs
- Maintaining privacy
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
Certification
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification- February 2021
- Basic Life Support 2023 ( American Heart Association)
- Hazardous Chemical SDS 2017
- Coronavirus (Covid-19) for Nursing Professionals
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (American Heart Association)
- PALS Pediatric Life Support (American Heart Association)
Can speak some Spanish but not fluent
Can speak and understand some Spanish, but not fluent based on my experience in working in a predominantly Hispanic school at LISD,
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Texas Oncology
06.2022 - 11.2023
Preoperative /Surgical Nurse
Longview Regional Medical Center/ PSC
10.2021 - 06.2022
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
UT HOPE CANCER CENTER
11.2020 - 07.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Longview Independent School District
02.2006 - 06.2017
Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery
Christus Good Shepherd
05.1995 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Texas Baptist University
Bachelor's - Healthcare Administration
East Texas Baptist University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kilgore College
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Kilgore Jr. College
Licensed Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Kilgore College
Surgical Technology - Surgical Technology
Kilgore College
- Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification- February 2021
- Basic Life Support 2023 ( American Heart Association)
- Hazardous Chemical SDS 2017
- Coronavirus (Covid-19) for Nursing Professionals
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (American Heart Association)
- PALS Pediatric Life Support (American Heart Association)
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