Takisha Robinson-Lewitzke
Poulsbo,WA
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health. Dedicated to enhancing quality of care, safety and patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Avamere
Port Orchard, WA
02.2024 - Current
- Provide direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to patients in a long-term acute care setting.
- Evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjust plan of care accordingly.
- Monitor patient vital signs and administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop effective treatment plans for patients.
- Educate patients and families about disease processes, treatments, medications, nutrition and self-care techniques.
- Develop strong relationships with patients through active listening skills, empathy and compassion.
- Utilize critical thinking skills when managing challenging situations within the clinical environment.
- Maintain detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
- Advocate for patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were communicated to the healthcare team.
Registered Nurse, Triage
Kitsap OBGYN
Silverdale, WA
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine the scope of medical complaints.
- Analyzed and discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Reviewed medical chart and requested appointments, prescriptions, and consultations for urgent needs.
- Educated patients, relative to healthcare urgency, and community resources available to meet needs.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Newport Hospital
Newport , RI
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe and clean patient environment.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Implemented pre and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifespan Physcian Group
Newport, RI
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Elizabeth Nursing Home
East Greenwich, RI
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Administered medications, examined and dressed wounds and assisted with personal hygiene.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients'' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living
South Kingstown, RI
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms under the guidance of a registered nurse
- Immunized patients against diseases to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Administered oral and intramuscular medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Updated and maintained patient charts and communicated changes to nurses and physicians to ensure continuum of care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing -Honors
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI12.2021
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse - Honors
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI07.2019
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2009
Skills
- Patient Assessment, Care and Education
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Oral, written and computer skills
- Medication administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 01/2023 - 01/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Avamere
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Triage
Kitsap OBGYN
02.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Newport Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lifespan Physcian Group
02.2021 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Elizabeth Nursing Home
04.2020 - 10.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living
09.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing -Honors
Community College of Rhode Island
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse - Honors
Community College of Rhode Island
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
Florida State University
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 01/2023 - 01/2025
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