Vanessa K. Wade
Waskom,TX
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Navy Hospital Corpsman veteran and registered Nurse with a proven track record in providing exceptional patient care, monitoring medications, and managing treatments. Recognized for adaptability, resilience, and meticulous attention to detail, along with extensive clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Seeking a Staff Nurse position at Barksdale Air Force Base medical facility to continue delivering high-quality healthcare. With 16 years of success in the nursing field, confident in the ability to contribute to the team's mission.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Team Select Home Care
02.2024 - Current
- Monitor and assess special needs child for 12 hours per day.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through effective listening skills combined with consistent followup.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support, guidance, and resources tailored to their specific needs.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with personalized, compassionate nursing care for pediatric patients.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments to maintain optimal patient health and recovery.
- Provided skilled nursing interventions, closely monitoring patients'' vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns or changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospice
01.2021 - Current
- Case management position responsible for up to 23 terminally ill patients, providing symptom management, and educating patient and family on disease process, coping skills, medications and administration of medications, wound care and any need that arises
- Assess patient’s mental and emotional status, inform and collaborate a suitable action plan with the Medical Director with any psychiatric needs
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to end-of-life care standards through ongoing education and policy implementation.
- Intervened with a verbal de-escalation between family members who disagree with patient’s current care
- Works with multidisciplinary team to create and carry out treatment plans
- Providing education on a one-to-one basis in relation to medications, general health, hygiene, ADL's and interpersonal relationships
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and adjusting care plans as needed.
- Enhanced patient care by developing personalized hospice plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team efforts.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding treatment options, preserving dignity in their final days.
- Supported bereaved families through grief counseling resources and post-mortem follow-up calls, demonstrating genuine compassion during times of loss.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for optimal end-of-life care.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Registered Nurse
Marshall Home Care and Hospice
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Case management position responsible for up to 25 terminally ill patients, providing symptom management, and educating patient and family on disease process, medications and administration of medications
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Works with multidisciplinary team to create and carry out treatment plans
- Skilled nurse provides support to family and spiritual guidance when needed, and education on coping strategies
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Good Shepard Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Managed caseload of 7 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care, preventing complications through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Monitored patients with telemetry, Post CVA, chest tubes, and Foley catheters.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, wound vac machines, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns, as well as re-infusing constavac drains post-operatively.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
PriMed Physicians -Pediatrics
12.2009 - 05.2010
- Obtained vital signs along with weight, height, and head circumference (if needed).
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to all policies and procedures while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
02.1998 - 08.2005
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, exam findings, and treatment plans to facilitate efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Member of the Blood Donor team providing assistance in collection and processing over 5,000 units of blood products
- Responsible for management of the Woman’s health program to over 400 staff members, and pregnancy counselor
- Audiogram coordinator and technician,and facilitator of the Choice’s Training Program to over 7,000 navy personnel
- Responsible for management of the Woman’s Health Program to over 400 staff members, audiogram coordinator, and facilitator of the Choice’s Training Program to over 7,000 navy personnel
- Managed medical supplies inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels for seamless medical services.
- Improved vaccination rates within the community through diligent administration of immunizations in accordance with guidelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability during deployments or field exercises, providing essential medical support under challenging conditions.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently, allowing for timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
Hospital Corpsman
MCAS Miramar
06.1998 - 12.2001
- Hospital Corpsman in charge of 1,800 Marines health and medical record maintenance
- Provided medical care in the Acute Care Area after hours for medical emergencies
- Certified over 3,000 Marines in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Provided immediate triage and ambulance transport for medical emergencies after hours to the local hospital
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Conducted blood draws and laboratory tests, enabling timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Administered vaccinations ensuring timely protection against diseases.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Delivered first aid and emergency care in high-stress situations, preserving life and limb.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring tools were properly sterilized and organized for efficient use.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Panola College
Carthage, Texas12-2009
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
Marshall, Texas05-1997
Skills
- Patient/family education and safety
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care/ infection control`
- Specimen collection
- Case management
- Tracheostomy care
- Clinical judgment
- Hospice and palliative care
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Patient care assessment
- Medical procedure preparation
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Texas Driver's License
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Texas State Board of Nursing.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Team Select Home Care
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospice
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Marshall Home Care and Hospice
01.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Good Shepard Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
PriMed Physicians -Pediatrics
12.2009 - 05.2010
Hospital Corpsman
MCAS Miramar
06.1998 - 12.2001
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
02.1998 - 08.2005
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Texas Driver's License
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Texas State Board of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Panola College
High School Diploma -
Marshall High School
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