Regina Mann
Lutz,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Registered Nurse
BAYADA
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2022 - Current
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Next Travel Nursing
Miamisburg, OH
02.2020 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Coordinated and evaluated interdisciplinary care for patients.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards and implemented medical protocols and guidelines.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
Land O' Lakes, FL
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop care plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Assessed patient conditions, implemented care plans and reassessed conditions continuously.
- Communicated and collaborated with healthcare team and patient to identify and meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
- Organized discharges and educated patients about continuing care requirements to boost long-term outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Upstate University Hospital
Syrcause, NY
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Central New York DDSO
Syracuse, NY
05.2014 - 10.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Excelsior College
Albany, NY10.2019
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY05.2015
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Immunization skills
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Infant CPR certified
- IV drug therapy management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving
- Clear Patient Communication
- Critical Care
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
AdventHealth
01.2023 - 03.2024
Home Care Registered Nurse
BAYADA
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Next Travel Nursing
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Upstate University Hospital
10.2019 - 10.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Central New York DDSO
05.2014 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Excelsior College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Onondaga Community College
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