Susan Abraham
Carrollton
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with expertise in infection control measures and patient education. Committed to fostering patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans while promoting safety and quality care in diverse healthcare settings.
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient assessments and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in mentoring staff and implementing evidence-based care plans that drive positive patient outcomes and enhance overall care quality.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
Walnut Hill, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Administered dialysis treatments, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and lab results to assess patient health status and response to treatment.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes, fostering understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing overall patient safety and care quality.
- Mentored new nursing staff, promoting best practices in dialysis procedures and patient management.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
Wynnewood, PA
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Senior Staff Nurse
Latifa Hospital
Dubai, UAE
03.2002 - 01.2021
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and improving clinical outcomes.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols for patient management and safety.
- Mentored junior nurses and facilitated ongoing education to enhance skillsets.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes and reduce wait times.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to maintain compliance with healthcare standards and regulations.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing costs through strategic sourcing.
- Prevented infections through diligent adherence to infection control policies, including proper hand hygiene techniques and equipment sterilization procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough documentation and adherence to medication administration protocols.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their voices were heard when making decisions about their healthcare journey.
- Developed individualized care plans for complex patients, addressing unique needs and preferences.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking assistance or advice in specialized areas of nursing practice.
- Organized continuing education opportunities for fellow nurses by arranging guest speakers and workshops.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Diploma in Computer Applications - Computer Science
National Center For Electronics And Information Technology
Dhamtari, India07-2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Nursing, Dhamtari Christian Hospital
Dhamtari, India06-2000
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
School of Nursing, Dhamtari Christian Hospital
Dhamtari, India09-1995
Skills
- Preparing and setting Dialysis Machines for treatment
- IV canulations
- Central Venous Catheter care
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- IV setup
- Precepting
- Team coordination
- Vaccine administration
- Removing sutures
- FLUENT IN English, Hindi and Malayalam
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
05.2021 - 03.2022
Senior Staff Nurse
Latifa Hospital
03.2002 - 01.2021
Diploma in Computer Applications - Computer Science
National Center For Electronics And Information Technology
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Nursing, Dhamtari Christian Hospital
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
School of Nursing, Dhamtari Christian Hospital