Wendy Edwards
Roanoke Rapids,NC
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 25+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to Dialysis patients. Knowledgeable about Home Hemo Dialysis and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Driven, hardworking and veteran [Type] Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing [Number]-year record of success in nursing and desiring [Job Title] position with [Type] facility. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Therapy Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
01.1998 - Current
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- maintained documentation and patient chart.
- completed care plans on the patients as required
- train patients that need dialysis and meet the requirements, to complete Home Hemodialysis treatments in their homes, draw their own labs, complete machine maintenance, give some of their own medications, educate patient about medications, provide monthly education. maintain HHD on call for one week at a time to help patients with problems after clinic hours.
- I have been a clinical Manager for 3 years.
- I was a nursing services instructor for approximately 5 years .
- I was an acute nurse completing on-call services and inpatient treatments for 3 different hospital settings.
- I have also worked as an incenter dialysis nurse.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Staff Nurse, CVICU
Belinda
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05.1994
High School Diploma -
Halifa Academy
Roanoke Rapids, NC06.1988
Skills
- Hospice Care
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Patient Care Assessment
- CPR/AED
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Needs Assessment
- Case Management
- Ethical Practice
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- Patient consultation
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Patient and family advocacy
- Unit Oversight
- Patient Care Oversight
- Procedure Assistance
- Quality Improvement
- Vitals monitoring
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Diet and Nutrition
- Medical Supply Management
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Test Interpretations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- ICD-10
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- First Aid
- Surgical Nursing
- Equipment Sterilization
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Skill Development
- Wound Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Safety
- Resource Allocation
- Sanitation
- Critical Thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Nursing Consultation
- Collecting vitals
- Preventive health
- Treatment Preparation
- Decision-Making
- Critical Care
- Training staff
- Routine Examinations
- Well visit procedures
- Home Health Care
- Infection Control
- Community Program Referrals
- Specimen Collection
Certification
- Certified Dialysis Nurse,- obtained when working in staff development, Before I had completed 18 months on this jobe
Timeline
Staff Nurse, CVICU
Belinda
11.2016 - 11.2017
Home Therapy Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
01.1998 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College
High School Diploma -
Halifa Academy
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