Samuel Aborisade

Nurse in Charge

NYCHHC

Brooklyn, NY

07.1998 - Current

Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, codes, standards, and guidelines related to healthcare delivery.
Routinely audited charting to ensure conformance with best practices.
Provided clinical guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
Provided leadership during emergency situations by coordinating resources, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring safety protocols were followed.
Implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction ratings among patients served by the unit.
Participated in committees to optimize and standardize practices and procedures across hospital nursing stations.
Coached patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment options and medications.
Managed performance of 12-person nursing staff, reviewing task completion, prioritization and report quality.
Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practices related to nursing care delivery methods.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Documented patient progress in electronic medical records system.
Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care was delivered to patients.
Facilitated effective communication between staff members and other departments within the hospital facility.
Conducted regular performance reviews of nursing staff members based on established standards of practice.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Collaborated with executive leadership to develop, implement and maintain policies and procedures conforming with nursing practices and philosophies.
Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
Performed direct patient care, such as administering medication, assessing vitals, and providing education on health topics.
Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.