Compassionate, resourceful, and dedicated Registered Nurse with 12+ years of experience in the healthcare field. Skilled in developing patient rapport to provide better and more personalized patient care. Dedicated to ensuring the adherence to all Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Sinai-Grace Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving patient recovery rates.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Wound Care Coordinator
Oakpointe Senior Care and Rehab Center, LLC Detroit MI
02.2019 - 06.2020
Oversee the wound care coordination and operation of a 134-bed facility, including 6 nurses and 12-15 CNAs collaborating with physicians, pharmacists, lab facilities, and telemedicine organizations.
Adopted biweekly patient assessments and implemented them within the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) resulting in a lower revisit rate.
Conduct vital assessments as well as develop the patient orders and treatment plan in Point Click Car, the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, for approval by physicians.
Maintain compliance with all the Joint Commission (JCAHO) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines and regulations ensuring the passing of state reviews.
CNA/PCT Instructor
Serenity Health Training Institute
01.2017 - 01.2019
Facilitated a program designed to teach students hands-on care to residents of long-term care facilities, acute care hospitals and private residents.
Educating on a total combination of 22 skills that were taught by lecture, hand-on training and videos. Developing skillful, critically thinking and caring nurse assistants who could function within the roles and responsibilities as required by the State o Michigan.
Indoctrinated the coordination of theory and skills proficiently during the student's clinical experience while caring for a variety of patients.
Rehabilitation Nurse
Boulevard Temple Care Center
04.2013 - 12.2016
Served in the orthopedic, neurology, and medical/surgical units providing care ranging from patient education to postoperative care and rehabilitation.
Maximized patient recovery rates with targeted physical therapy exercises and mobility training.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
Mentored new rehabilitation nurses, sharing expertise in evidence-based practices leading to successful integration within the team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI
12-2012
High School Diploma -
Thomas M. Cooley
Detroit, MI
06-2003
Skills
Decision-making
Multidisciplinary approach
Strong communication skills
Care coordination
Wound assessment
Pressure ulcer management
Clinical leadership
Palliative care
Staff education
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse (Medical Surgical/Telemetry)
Sinai-Grace Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Wound Care Coordinator
Oakpointe Senior Care and Rehab Center, LLC Detroit MI
02.2019 - 06.2020
CNA/PCT Instructor
Serenity Health Training Institute
01.2017 - 01.2019
Rehabilitation Nurse
Boulevard Temple Care Center
04.2013 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne County Community College
High School Diploma -
Thomas M. Cooley
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