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Shonette Naa Dedei Akwetey

Woodbridge,USA

Summary

An energetic, organized and extremely dedicated nurse ready to handle nursing procedures in large medical facilities. A dependable individual with a solid capacity to follow medical and nursing procedures to assist in the healing and general wellbeing of patients. Capable support personnel with solid background working with intellectually disabled individuals. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, behavioral management, recreational requirements, and protective measures. Perceptive, service-oriented, and observant.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Mary Washington Hospital
Fredericksburg, Virginia
03.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital

Registered Nurse

Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Alexandria, VA
11.2023 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses

Licensed Practical Nurse

BrightStar Care
Manassas, VA
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness
  • Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
Alexandria, VA
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts

Personal Care Assistant

BrightStar Care LLC
Manassas, Virginia
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes to supervisor
  • Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance across all patient data-handling, systems, and training
  • Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes
  • Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose

Direct Support Professional

Pamco Care LLC
Manassas, Virginia
12.2019 - 12.2021
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety

Education

Associate's Degree - Nursing

Medical Careers Institute, College of Health Science of ECPI University
11.2023

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Medical Careers Institute, College of Health Science of ECPI University
11.2021

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Bedside care
  • Non-surgical procedures
  • Patient/Family education
  • Medication administration
  • Care plan administration
  • Phlebotomy
  • Wound care
  • Basic life support
  • Patient observations
  • NG Tubes
  • Patient charting
  • Pre and postoperative care
  • IV solutions and piggy backs
  • Pain management

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, 12/2026
  • Basic Life Support for Health Providers, 10/2026

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Mary Washington Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
11.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

BrightStar Care
05.2022 - 11.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
03.2022 - 11.2023

Personal Care Assistant

BrightStar Care LLC
08.2021 - 03.2022

Direct Support Professional

Pamco Care LLC
12.2019 - 12.2021

Associate's Degree - Nursing

Medical Careers Institute, College of Health Science of ECPI University

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Medical Careers Institute, College of Health Science of ECPI University

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