Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RN , ADON
Carroll Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2021 - 06.2024
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.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Reduced medicattion errors by conducting thorough medication admininistration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
RN Field Nurse
Trucare Home Health
11.2020 - 11.2021
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.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Actively participated in case conferences with other members of the healthcare team, discussing patient progress and adjusting care plans as needed.
RN Case Manager
Delhi Home Care, LHC
07.2019 - 11.2020
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.
Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Scheduled nursing and cna visits to optimize patient care.
RN Field Nurse
Trucare Home Health
07.2015 - 07.2019
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.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS
05.1999
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
Oak Grove, LA
05.1989
Skills
Basic Life Support
Clinical judgment
Compassion and Empathy
Discharge Planning
Timeline
RN , ADON
Carroll Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2021 - 06.2024
RN Field Nurse
Trucare Home Health
11.2020 - 11.2021
RN Case Manager
Delhi Home Care, LHC
07.2019 - 11.2020
RN Field Nurse
Trucare Home Health
07.2015 - 07.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
High School Diploma -
Oak Grove High School
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