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Teresa Kaigi

Bremerton,WA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

Washington Veterans Home
Port Orchard, Washington
06.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.

RN

Miami Correctional Facility
Bunker Hill, Indiana
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.

RN

Central Desert Behavioral Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Kenya Medical Training College
Nairobi Kenya
07-2015

Associate of Science - Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse

Kijabe School of Nursing,
Kenya
04-1997

Skills

  • Basic Life Support
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Long-Term Care

Timeline

RN

Washington Veterans Home
06.2023 - Current

RN

Miami Correctional Facility
09.2022 - 05.2023

RN

Central Desert Behavioral Hospital
06.2020 - 08.2022

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Kenya Medical Training College

Associate of Science - Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurse

Kijabe School of Nursing,

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