Trina Wilson

Acute-care, Ortho, Trauma, Neuro Nurse

Ascension

01.2014 - Current

Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs, and PIC lines.
Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.
Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
Expedited discharge processes by coordinating with various departments for timely completion of required paperwork.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.