VICKI BINGHAM

• Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care.
• Monitored patient progress, reported changes to physician and provided education to families regarding medical conditions.
• Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management and disease prevention strategies.
• Ensured compliance with all state laws governing nursing practice standards.
• Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan treatment goals accordingly.
• Ordered lab tests or imaging studies according to physician orders while ensuring accuracy of documentation in the medical record system.
• Administered intravenous fluids or medications when necessary under the direction of a physician or registered nurse.
• Educated patients about preventative measures for healthy living such as exercise routines, dietary guidelines and smoking cessation programs.

• Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
• Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
• Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
• Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
• Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.

• Performed patient assessments, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress.
• Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Coordinated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans for patients.
• Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of patient visits.
• Monitored vital signs, recorded observations, and reported changes to physicians or nurses in charge.
• Assessed patients' physical condition through observation, interviews, tests, and review of medical histories.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
• Conducted rounds to evaluate the quality of nursing care being provided.

Administered IV therapy to patients on med surg, ICU, and Emergency room department. Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patient community. Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit. Sound, ethical and independent decision-making ability consistent with medical protocols. Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues. Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery. Evaluated patients presenting with asthma, appendicitis and hernia. Provided education to patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources. Provided necessary health education training for patients. Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 6 to 7 patients. Treated patients with strokes. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma. Took vital signs of newborns while assisting in postpartum. Administered medications and assisted in diagnostic testing for HIV-positive patients. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures. Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients. Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height. Tested glucose and administered injections. Maintained patient charts and confidential files. Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages. Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.

Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma. Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools. Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program. Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens. Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law. Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents. Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics. Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies. Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records. Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Educated patients about their treatments. Provided diagnoses and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems, including MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, pneumonia. Provided DHS (Department of Health Services) with corrective action plans. Processed monthly reports for department performance. Performed lab tests and communicated results. Served as a liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment plans. Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care. Oversaw implementation of patient management plans. Monitored patients with acute conditions. Provided necessary health education training for patients. Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information. Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information. Tested patients' blood glucose levels. Measured urine specimens and delivered them to the laboratory.