VICTORIA ASIEDUA
Lanham,Maryland
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 32 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with dialysis,M/S and pain management specialty.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Dialysis Nurse
Children's National Medical Center With Aya
2023.09 - 2024.08
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support
- Trained student and newly-registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance strategies
- Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions
- Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patient vital signs
- Kept the unit efficient by organizing instruments, preparing rooms and restocking supplies.
- Promoted a positive environment for patients and staff by maintaining open communication lines and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities such as seminars, workshops, or online courses.
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
2013.08 - 2023.09
- Learned and performed modalities such as hemodialysis, apheresis and CRRT
- Oversaw hemodialysis technicians and students to coordinate quality dialysis care
- Collaborated with patients' nephrologist and other clinical professionals to implement prescribed treatments
- Communicated and helped manage emergencies, complications and incidents
- Evaluated patient assessments, dialysis orders and laboratory results to maintain awareness of each patients' condition
- Implemented plans of care and monitored patients undergoing dialysis to spot concerning responses
- Delivered inpatient dialysis services to acutely ill patients with diverse range of medical and surgical diagnoses.
- Coordinated various community outreach events to raise awareness about kidney disease prevention and proper management techniques for individuals undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Assisted in the recruitment of top-notch nursing professionals by participating in job fairs, conducting interviews, and evaluating candidates for potential fit within the organization''s culture and mission.
Acute Dialysis RN
DaVita Baltimore Acutes
2012.08 - 2013.08
- Provided dialysis education to patients with new end-stage renal disease diagnosis
- Implemented, monitored and documented patient's response to prescribed intradialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier
- Collaborated with physicians and other staff to interpret, adjust and coordinate patient care plans for continuity of care
- Educated patients regarding conditions and possible treatment options
- Oversaw hemodialysis technicians and students to coordinate quality dialysis care
- Evaluated patient assessments, dialysis orders and laboratory results to maintain awareness of each patients' condition
- Learned and performed modalities such as hemodialysis, apheresis and CRRT
- Communicated and helped manage emergencies, complications and incidents
- Implemented plans of care and monitored patients undergoing dialysis to spot concerning responses
- Delivered inpatient dialysis services to acutely ill patients with diverse range of medical and surgical diagnoses
- Collaborated with patients' nephrologist and other clinical professionals to implement prescribed treatments
- Reviewed patient charts and answered questions correctly and courteously
- Determined gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status
- Conducted patient interviews, explaining policies and procedures to patients and families
- Performed physical examinations and special procedures.
Acute Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
2010.01 - 2012.06
- Communicated and helped manage emergencies, complications and incidents
- Evaluated patient assessments, dialysis orders and laboratory results to maintain awareness of each patients' condition
- Implemented plans of care and monitored patients undergoing dialysis to spot concerning responses
- Oversaw hemodialysis technicians and students to coordinate quality dialysis care
- Delivered inpatient dialysis services to acutely ill patients with diverse range of medical and surgical diagnoses
- Collaborated with patients' nephrologist and other clinical professionals to implement prescribed treatments
- Trained student and newly-registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance strategies
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Readied rooms, supplies and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions.
Staff Registered Nurse
Progressive Nursing Staffers
2006.08 - 2010.01
- Documented vital signs and healthcare data into patient records
- Participated with patient, family and healthcare provided in evaluating patient outcomes
- Respected dignity and confidentiality of patient information and condition, adhering to HIPAA regulations
- Performed complete patient assessments, encompassing physical, physiological and emotional status
- Conducted ongoing patient assessments to determine and implement changes to care plans
- Coordinated discharge planning and obtained necessary orders for discharge
- Developed, coordinated, and implemented individual patient education plan in coordination with multidisciplinary care team
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives to deliver better quality care
- Delegated tasks to staff members based on scope of practice, competencies and qualifications
- Educated patients and families to provide guidance for post-surgical care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to address diverse patient needs or foster diagnosis
- Administered medication or fluids according to care plans or physician orders
- Supported patient respiratory health and utilized oxygen, supporting intubation, or coordinating ventilator
- Collected medical histories, conducted examinations and administered medication or treatment per physicians' orders
- Documented patient symptoms, care provided, allergies and other relevant information using medical software
- Assisted with admissions and discharge coordination and paperwork
- Protected patient privacy, security and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA protocols
- Prepared biological specimens for diagnostic testing and delivered to lab for processing
- Provided wound care according to nature and severity of injury.
Staff Registered Nurse
George Washington University Hospital
2003.03 - 2006.07
- Participated with patient, family and healthcare provided in evaluating patient outcomes
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives to deliver better quality care
- Delegated tasks to staff members based on scope of practice, competencies and qualifications
- Conducted ongoing patient assessments to determine and implement changes to care plans
- Coordinated discharge planning and obtained necessary orders for discharge
- Performed complete patient assessments, encompassing physical, physiological and emotional status
- Developed, coordinated and implemented individual patient education plan in coordination with multidisciplinary care team
- Respected dignity and confidentiality of patient information and condition, adhering to HIPAA regulations
- Documented vital signs and healthcare data into patient records
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to address diverse patient needs or foster diagnosis
- Educated patients and families to provide guidance for post-surgical care
- Supported treatment planning for acute and chronic conditions and assisted with care plan adjustments to account for changing needs
- Prepared biological specimens for diagnostic testing and delivered to lab for processing
- Supported patient respiratory health and utilized oxygen, supporting intubation, or coordinating ventilator
- Provided wound care according to nature and severity of injury
- Documented patient symptoms, care provided, allergies and other relevant information using medical software
- Protected patient privacy, security and confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA protocols
- Administered medication or fluids according to care plans or physician orders
- Collected medical histories, conducted examinations and administered medication or treatment per physicians' orders
- Assisted with admissions and discharge coordination and paperwork
- Mentored and educated student nurses and healthcare professionals regarding care delivery and industry best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Montgomery Community College
Takoma Park, MD05.1992
Skills
Dialysis
Emergency response
Patient monitoring
EMR recordkeeping
Acute care
Team player
Computer abilities
Nursing Documentation
Vascular Access Care
Blood Transfusion Administration
Team Communication
HIPAA Compliance
Fluid Management
CRRT set up
Medication Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Travel Dialysis Nurse
Children's National Medical Center With Aya
2023.09 - 2024.08
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
2013.08 - 2023.09
Acute Dialysis RN
DaVita Baltimore Acutes
2012.08 - 2013.08
Acute Dialysis Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care
2010.01 - 2012.06
Staff Registered Nurse
Progressive Nursing Staffers
2006.08 - 2010.01
Staff Registered Nurse
George Washington University Hospital
2003.03 - 2006.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Montgomery Community College
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