Timothy Yoder
Summary
Accomplished Palliative Care Nurse with a proven track record at VCU Medical Center, showcasing expertise in holistic assessment and compassionate care. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and effective communication to enhance patient satisfaction and foster trust among interdisciplinary teams. Excelled in palliative and end-of-life care, significantly improving patient and family experiences through education and advocacy.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Palliative Care Nurse
VCU Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
- Promoted self-care among caregivers by offering resources and support that encouraged physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Maintained current knowledge on best practices in palliative nursing through regular continuing education opportunities.
- Advocated for patient autonomy in decision-making regarding treatment options and end-of-life care planning.
- Enhanced patient and family understanding of illness progression through clear communication and education.
- Educated fellow healthcare professionals on the principles of palliative care, enhancing their ability to provide comprehensive care.
- Administered medications safely while monitoring side effects closely, resulting in effective symptom management without unnecessary complications.
- Conducted family meetings to discuss goals of care, facilitating collaborative decision-making processes among all involved parties.
- Documented detailed patient records accurately and timely, ensuring continuity of care across all members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a sense of trust and open communication.
- Managed complex symptoms using evidence-based practices, resulting in increased patient satisfaction.
Kidney, Liver Transplant RN,
VCU Medical Center
01.2007 - 11.2020
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse
VCU Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Educated patients and their families about disease processes, treatment options, medication administration, self-care techniques, and available resources.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions.
- Assessed critical situations quickly, initiating appropriate emergency response measures such as CPR or calling code blue teams when necessary.
CCU Registered Nurse
McGuire VA Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Anticipated potential complications by closely monitoring lab values trends and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the CCU.
CCU Registered Nurse
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
12.1985 - 03.2000
- Anticipated potential complications by closely monitoring lab values trends and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the CCU.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, intubations, and chest tube placements ensuring patient safety throughout each process.
- Streamlined communication between team members by utilizing effective handoff techniques during shift changes.
CCU Registered Nurse
VCU Medical Center
06.1983 - 09.1985
- Anticipated potential complications by closely monitoring lab values trends and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the CCU.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, intubations, and chest tube placements ensuring patient safety throughout each process.
- Streamlined communication between team members by utilizing effective handoff techniques during shift changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
1700 S Main St, Goshen, IN, 4652606-1983
Skills
- Holistic assessment
- Spiritual care
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Symptom control
- Grief support
- End-of-life care
- Oxygen therapy
- Palliative care
- Family education
- Pain control
- Hospice care
- IV and venipuncture
- Medication and IV administration
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Strong clinical judgment
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Patient and family advocacy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Relationship building
- Pain management
- Intravenous therapy
- Self motivation
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
Languages
Arabic
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Palliative Care Nurse
VCU Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Kidney, Liver Transplant RN,
VCU Medical Center
01.2007 - 11.2020
Supplemental Staff Registered Nurse
VCU Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2007
CCU Registered Nurse
McGuire VA Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2004
CCU Registered Nurse
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
12.1985 - 03.2000
CCU Registered Nurse
VCU Medical Center
06.1983 - 09.1985
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
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