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Rizette Louis

West Palm Beach,FL

Summary

Dedicated Medical Surgical Register Nurse with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Using nursing processes effectively to establish care plans and educating for patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Bethesda Hospital - HealthEast
Boynton Beach, FL
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.

RN Floor Nurse

JFK Hospital
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
  • Delivered high-quality nursing care to patients in medical-surgical unit.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.

RN Floor Nurse

North Lake Care Center
Lake Park, FL
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet each patients' unique needs.
  • Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Home Health Aide

ComForCare
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
May2019 - 06.2021
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation and shopping.
  • Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Education

Bachelor in Science of Nursing - Nursing

St. Thomas University
Miami Beach, FL
08.2019

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL
05.2016

Master of Science - Nursing

St. Thomas University
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Working collaboratively
  • First aid/CPR
  • Team building
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Write and speak English, Creole, and French
  • Excellent computer and technology skills
  • Oral and Iv drug administration
  • Computer charting specialist
  • Triaging patient concerns

Affiliations

  • Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society Certified April 14, 2016
  • Nursing Student Association and Hospital Committee Certification August 8, 2019
  • CPR Certified through American Heart Association May 7, 2021

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bethesda Hospital - HealthEast
08.2022 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

JFK Hospital
08.2021 - 08.2022

RN Floor Nurse

North Lake Care Center
06.2021 - 01.2022

Home Health Aide

ComForCare
May2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor in Science of Nursing - Nursing

St. Thomas University

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Palm Beach State College

Master of Science - Nursing

St. Thomas University
Rizette Louis