Valerie Makula
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record in long term care nursing showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional patient assessment skills. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate, holistic care. Excelled in developing relationships with the resident’s and their families, ensuring effective communication and understanding of their individual needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd
01.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
County Of Northampton
07.2001 - 01.2022
- I was the lead professional nurse overseeing all patient care activities of an assigned nursing unit in the County inpatient nursing home facility. I insured patient care coverage, the provision of ancillary services and the coordination of medical, nursing, social and related services. Work includes making and reviewing work assignments for lower level nursing personnel, including some responsibility for insuring effective provision of related functions.
- I was also responsible for timely documentation of assessments, admissions, discharges, transfers, returns, medication, post-fall assessments, untoward events, notifications to supervisors, physicians, families, etc. Worked with unit personnel to ensure effectiveness of treatments and general care provided, correct inappropriate or ineffective care, and determine overall patient status; carried out specific nursing functions restricted to performance by registered nurses. Administers and accurately records prescribed medications and treatments, observing resident's reactions to medications and treatments.
- Performed nursing duties and responsibilities relevant to routine bedside nursing, including but not limited to: care required to meet the physical, psychological, nutritional, religious, emotional and social needs of the residents.
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital
09.2000 - 07.2001
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
St Luke’s School of Nursing
Bethlehem, PA08.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Good Shepherd
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
County Of Northampton
07.2001 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital
09.2000 - 07.2001
Diploma - Nursing
St Luke’s School of Nursing
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