Silkama Marks

Float Pool medical/ surgical registered nurse

• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation techniques such as exercise programs, therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment use.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

• Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
• Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
• Utilized specialized equipment, such as oxygen delivery systems and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
• Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
• Administered medication and treatments to patients as prescribed by physicians in various healthcare settings.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
• Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards in diverse clinical environments.
• Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
• Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses during their shift hours in accordance with organizational guidelines.
• Performed diagnostic tests and operated medical equipment as part of patient care.
• Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
• 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.
• Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
• Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
• Reported any abnormal findings or changes in patient's condition immediately to the attending physician.
• Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted it to the lab for pre-operative testing, as well as placing IV sites.

• Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
• Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.