Vicki Watson

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
• Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
• Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.

Home Health nurse

• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
• Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
• Contacted family immediately when issues arose with at-home patients in effort to find effective resolutions.
• Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
• Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
• Delivered after-hours care to patients based on strict role-call rotations.
• Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
• Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
• Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
• Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
• Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
• Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.