Sydoney Blagrove
Ocala,Florida
Summary
Dedicated Patient Advocate Multi-State Registered Nursing Licensure Compassionate and reliable professional presence 10+ years of diligent nursing with experience in Case Management, Peritoneal Dialysis, Intensive Care Unit, Medical Surgical Unit Work to maintain client satisfaction by continually improving knowledge and performance Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management Coordinate effective communication between Primary Care Physicians, Health Care Providers, and team members Ability to create and develop an exceptional plan of care based on member assessment Participate in Interdisciplinary Team Care Management Experience in connecting with patients with community-based services and organizations Maintain pertinent clinical information with computerized record management systems Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Davita
11.2021 - Current
- Assess patients’ health conditions and initiate individualized comprehensive training program for peritoneal dialysis
- Evaluate and deconstruct client serum and specimen laboratory test results
- Assess individual needs of clients and families by evaluating their home environment to identify possible safety concerns
- Educate patients and support person on safely performing peritoneal dialysis at home
- Perform test to monitor kidney function and adequacy of dialysis prescriptions
- Ensure efficacy of treatment through monitoring of treatment regimen
- Participate in monthly meetings with patients, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to maintain client satisfaction and on-site operations
- Create and implement care plans for clients
- Infection control Manager- conduct Infection control audits and track peritonitis cases.
- 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.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice of Marion County
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Worked closely with patinets, families and interdisciplinary healthcare providers to provide optimal treatment throughout established plan of care
- Attended weekly meetings with leadership to discuss patient’s diseases progress and all clinical concerns
- Supported clientele with end-of-life education for patients and their families
- Provided pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of various disorders and diseases
- Assisted with satisfying patient requests and resolving internal operational issues
- Administration of comfort medications via oral, subcutaneous, topical, sublingual, intravenous and/or rectal route
- Assessed need for, obtained order and interpreted appropriate lab test and results
- liaised between clients and physicians to ensure patients comprehension of treatment plans
- Implemented and carried out plan of care for each assigned patient to promote desired outcome
- Worked closely with social workers, Chaplains, CNAs and all other team members to deliver efficient care to all patients
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
Registered Nurse
Advent Health
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Delivered vital care to critically ill or injured patients in the Intensive Care Unit
- Initiated, managed, and maintained continuous IV drips and sedation
- Provided care to patients in need of respiratory support using intubation and ventilation assistance
- Responded to medical emergencies in the Medical Surgical Units and Intensive Care Unit
- Identified subtle and sudden changes in patient’s medical condition
- Delivered regular updates to Attending Physicians, specialists, patients and family members
- Assisted Physicians with bedside procedures such as intubation, Tracheostomy insertion, Percutaneous Endoscopic tube, and Central lines insertion
- Maintained supply of life supporting medications to unstable Intensive Care Unit patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
LPN
Munroe Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 05.2018
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
Education
Associated Degree - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Ocala, Florida05.2018
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Henry W. Brewster Technical Center
Tampa, Florida06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Medgar Evers College
12.2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Critical Care
- Chronic Disease Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Davita
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Hospice of Marion County
07.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Advent Health
07.2018 - 11.2019
LPN
Munroe Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 05.2018
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Henry W. Brewster Technical Center
Associated Degree - Nursing
College of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Medgar Evers College
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