Administered various therapies and medications in accordance with physician orders and treatment plans.
Collaborated with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans, and use of electronic charting systems to track all patient interactions and interventions.
Explained the course of treatment and medications to patients and caregivers in simple terms, including side effects.
Staff nurse
Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA
02.2020 - 10.2022
Identified patient care needs by establishing a personal rapport with patients and their families.
Administered medications orally, intravenously, and intramuscularly, and tracked responses to address new concerns.
Observed and reported on the patient's condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Assessed vital signs and symptoms to better understand and treat conditions.
Evaluated patients' physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status.
Was in charge of various aspects of patient care, from admission to discharge or transfer to other units, by conducting assessments, administering medications, initiating nursing and emergency interventions, contributing to the development of care plans, and educating patients.
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