Vanessa Knowles
Monroe,NC
Summary
Patient-focused and empathetic Registered Nurse (RN) with success in providing individualized patient care for over 5 years. Seeking a position to expand medical knowledge and compassionate care to those in the community.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Sharon At SouthPark
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients receiving hospice services.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse I
Jack Mabley Developmental Center (DHS)
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Served as center float nurse for medication administration, wound care, treatments, and implementation of behavioral programs.
- Managed patients with developmental delays, extensive mood disorders, and challenging behaviors.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Gaffey Home Nursing & Hospice Inc.
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by repositioning and transferring them on regular basis.
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to promptly address any concerns or emergencies, prioritizing patient safety and well-being at all times.
- Supported patients' emotional well-being by actively listening to their concerns and offering compassionate companionship
Certified Nurse Assistant
Heritage Square Nursing & Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced patient care by providing daily assistance with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted patients during meal times, ensuring they received proper nutrition according to specific dietary requirements.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, IL05.2018
High School Diploma -
Rock Falls High School
Rock Falls05.2015
Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate -
Whiteside Area Career Center
Sterling, IL 05.2015
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clear Communication
- Time Management
- Patient and Family Education
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
Certification
- Registered Nurse License
Original Issue Date: September 12, 2018 [Rock Falls, IL]
North Carolina License Issue Date: December 1, 2020
- BLS: CPR with AED
Active & Valid through August 2024
- Comfort Matters Certificate
Completed in December 2022
References
- Jessica Rothwell, RN
Clinical Case Manager for VIA
Email: jessicawhawkins@gmail.com
Phone: 704-996-9711
- Betty Paige Lowe, RN
Previous DON of The Sharon of SouthPark
Email: Bettypaige18@aol.com
Phone: 704-609-0737
- Terrie Buzzard, RN
Nurse Supervisor at Jack Mabley Developmental Center
Email: mabuzz85@yahoo.com
Phone: 815-440-1972
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Sharon At SouthPark
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse I
Jack Mabley Developmental Center (DHS)
11.2018 - 11.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant
Gaffey Home Nursing & Hospice Inc.
03.2017 - 11.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant
Heritage Square Nursing & Rehabilitation
08.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sauk Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Rock Falls High School
Certified Nurse Assistant Certificate -
Whiteside Area Career Center
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