Terressa Phillips
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Skilled nurse with three years of training, provided medical care, support and treatment to patients in the hospital and clinical settings and advocate for patients
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Norwegian Christian Home Rehabilitation Center
Brooklyn, New York
02.2023 - Current
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging rehabilitation processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse
Susan Antrobus
St.Vincent, Kingstown
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
Nurse
Wesly Bobb
St.Vincent And The Grenadines, Kingstown
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St.Vincent And The Grenadines School of Nursing
St.Vincent, SVG 09.2017 - 06.2019
Skills
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Compassionate Client Care
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Bathing Support
- Patient Health Assessments
- Healthcare Education
- Ambulation Assistance
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Patient and Compassionate
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Meal Planning and Preparation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Norwegian Christian Home Rehabilitation Center
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Susan Antrobus
07.2022 - 12.2022
Nurse
Wesly Bobb
10.2021 - 11.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
St.Vincent And The Grenadines School of Nursing
09.2017 - 06.2019