VICTORIA ADELANA
Glenarden,MD
Summary
Dedicated, detail-oriented and patient-focused Registered Nurse with 5 plus years' experience of clinical and educational training. Motivational team player who possesses strong interpersonal relationship skills. Patient - focused Registered Nurse with experience in Cardiology, Telemetry, LTAC, PCU, TCU, Oncology, Neuro, rehabilitation and home care settings. I am very professional and skilled at responding to all types of routine and emergency situations while delivering expert care for acute and chronic conditions. Excellent charting, medication administration and training abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Supported positive work environment by mentoring new nursing staff, promoting culture of learning and professional growth.
- Optimized use of medical supplies by implementing inventory control measures, contributing to cost savings without compromising patient care.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients in high-stress environments, leading to notable increases in patient satisfaction and recovery rates.
- Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Travel RN
Hackensack University Medical Center- Oncology
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Travel Nurse
LBH-Sinai Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
- Developed discharge plans for patients and provided information about follow-up care to reduce risk of readmission.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Morristown Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Developed discharge plans for patients and provided information about follow-up care to reduce risk of readmission.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop impactful treatment plans.
Travel Nurse
Mountainside Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- 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.
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Examined and assessed patients, assisted with care plan development, and managed medical charts
- Inserted IVs, NG tubes, and catheters to support patient needs and care requirements
- Supported continuum of care through accurate documentation and execution of physicians' orders
- Delivered administration of oral and IV medication, blood, and blood products
- Communicated with physicians and other nurses to discuss patient status changes or care plan adjustments
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
- Dressed, cleaned, and redressed wound and incision areas.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Middlebury Convalescent Home
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
- Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training and collaborated with unit leaders to identify skill needs
- Supervised and managed functions for 43 bed long-term care unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Registered Nurse
Privatus Care Solutions
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Performed patient assessments and communicated results to physicians and care team
- Coordinated health team duties to promote comprehensive care and continuity of services
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA directives
- Reported patient hospitalizations, discharges, and physician appointments to notify care team
- Obtained physician's written prescription and approval for treatment changes
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues.
Registered Nurse
Cassena Care At Norwalk
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Controlled infection risks with careful care of wounds and thorough sanitizing techniques
- Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues
- Treated patients with mental health issues alongside multidisciplinary team
- Stabilized patients during emergencies with first aid and life support care
- Enhanced patient outcomes through careful monitoring of conditions and comprehensive support
- Sanitized high-touch surfaces to protect personnel and customers from viruses and germs
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere.
Registered Nurse
Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Maintained clear concise and accurate patient records
- Tracked administration of various medications for each patient and monitored other pain management treatment strategies
- Tracheotomy care including wound-VAC maintenance, wound cleaning and changing catheters and dressings
- Administered enema treatments, nebulizer treatments, intramuscular and subcutaneously injections, ophthalmic, gastrointestinal and intravenous medications as prescribed by physician
- Monitored blood glucose levels in diabetic patients through use of glucometer and interfaced with laboratories to obtain results of analysis and follow-up on STAT orders
- Assessed at-risk patients, interfaced with physicians, implemented prescribed protocols and formulated patient care plans as prescribed
- Performed all routes of medication administration, administered treatments, performed dressing changes, tube and catheter insertion, and provided enteral tube feedings
- Provided direction and supervision to CNA's and LPN's, delegated duties effectively, and completed staff performance evaluations.
Volunteer
School Of Nursing
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Registered Nurse
Suburban Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities
- Administered oxygen and monitored respiratory performance and stability
- Collected patient data and biological samples for testing and procedures
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons, and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Educated patients and caregiver on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
- Recorded changes in patient conditions and laboratory test results
- Conducted accurate chart updates in computer system
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Chart updating
- Ventilator support
- Telemetry monitoring
- Emergency response
- Direct nursing care
- Patient assessment
- Patient And Family Education
- Aseptic Technique
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Interpersonal Communications
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Meritus Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Travel RN
Hackensack University Medical Center- Oncology
04.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Nurse
LBH-Sinai Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Morristown Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse
Mountainside Medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Middlebury Convalescent Home
11.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Privatus Care Solutions
10.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Cassena Care At Norwalk
07.2019 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
Woodbine Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
01.2019 - 07.2019
Volunteer
School Of Nursing
09.2017 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse
Suburban Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University