SOPHIA DOAKES
Marrero,LA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Ochsner Medical Center, specializing in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry. Excelled in medication administration and patient assessments, significantly reducing patient falls by implementing evidence-based strategies. Renowned for exceptional clinical judgment and a compassionate bedside manner, fostering patient trust and enhancing care standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
New Orleans, LA05-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation and Charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical, Telemetry Unit
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
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