Savitri Basant
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Proven RN with a track record of enhancing patient outcomes at Americare Senior Living through expert medication administration and empathetic patient care. Skilled in patient assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration, achieving significant reductions in medication errors. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and compassion, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Americare Senior Living
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- 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.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- 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.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
RN Case Manager
Kings Adult Care Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of nursing care within the organization.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures that improved the efficiency of case management processes within the organization.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Lactation Counselor
JHMC
08.2016 - 04.2022
- Enhanced community awareness of breastfeeding benefits through engaging presentations and workshops.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on lactation best practices through ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Improved breastfeeding success rates by providing evidence-based lactation support and guidance to new mothers.
- Assisted mothers in overcoming common breastfeeding difficulties such as latching issues, low milk supply, and nipple pain.
- Facilitated breastfeeding support groups, fostering a sense of community among participants and promoting peer-to-peer learning.
- Educated families on normal infant feeding behaviors and growth patterns, reducing unnecessary supplementation with formula.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for breastfeeding families.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of mother-baby dyads for optimal breastfeeding outcomes.
- Addressed misconceptions about breastfeeding by providing accurate information grounded in current research findings.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through regular monitoring and follow-up visits, adjusting care plans as necessary based on progress.
RN Floor Nurse
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
03.2010 - 04.2022
- Utilized EPIC to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Contributed to reduced hospital readmissions by conducting thorough assessments and appropriately addressing patients'' concerns during their stay.
- Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs every hour.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Boosted staff morale by fostering an inclusive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication amongst colleagues.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
- Helped patients feel comfortable by adjusting positions and engaging in casual conversation.
- Supported smooth transitions of care by effectively collaborating with other nurses during shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of patient care.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Reported health status concerns to senior nursing staff and clinicians for review.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
LPN
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
01.2005 - 03.2010
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY11.2009
LPN - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Vocational Education & Extension Board
Jerusalem Ave. NY08.2005
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Infection control measures
- SOC, Recertification
- Patient Evaluation
- Patient care planning
- Wound Care
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
RN
Americare Senior Living
01.2022 - 04.2023
RN Case Manager
Kings Adult Care Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
Lactation Counselor
JHMC
08.2016 - 04.2022
RN Floor Nurse
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
03.2010 - 04.2022
LPN
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
01.2005 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
LPN - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Vocational Education & Extension Board
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