Rickey Williams

Wound Care Nurse

Collaborated with Wound Care Specialist to assess, treat, and develop individualized care plans for patients with complex wounds, utilizing evidence-based practices to promote optimal healing and outcomes.

Performed advanced wound and ostomy assessments, applied appropriate dressings, and delegated care to team members to ensure timely and effective treatment.

Implemented plans to prevent pressure injuries and other wound developments.

Educated patients, families, and staff on wound care treatments, prevention strategies, and long-term management, increasing patient engagement and staff competency.

Partnered with Infection Prevention & Control to maintain and monitor the Candida auris testing list, supporting hospital-wide infection control

initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Coordinated activities of 15-member wound care team, managing daily assignments and monthly schedules.

Delivered individualized advanced wound and ostomy care through comprehensive assessments and evidence-based treatment plans.

Educated patients, families, and staff on effective wound care treatments and prevention strategies.

Performed thorough wound assessments, applied appropriate dressings, and delegated tasks to team members effectively.

Facilitated staff evaluations and supported ongoing professional development initiatives.

Collaborated with external vendors to integrate new wound care products and provided training for staff usage.

• Administered patient medications and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive care strategies.
• Assisted in emergency response protocols, maintaining composure under pressure during critical situations.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team efficiency.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• 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.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.