Wendy Good

Home health care for patients needed medical monitoring, medication management, wound care and IV antibiotics

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
• Coordinated patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitored patient progress, adjusting interventions based on clinical assessments.
• Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and confidence.

• Charge nurse and resident care in a skilled nursing and long term care facility. Responsible for the oversight of nurses and CNAs, ensuring quality of care and assessment of patient needs. Skills provided include IV and oral medication administration, providing would care and respiratory treatments.

• Responsible for the care of patients after a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, cardiac disease and joint replacement. Treatments included were assessments and communication with the house supervisor regarding patient status. Nursing skills provided included giving oral and IV medications including blood transfusions, wound care and assessment for infection.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
• Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
• Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
• Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
• Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.

• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
• Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.

• Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided wound care as needed.

• RN in a short stay cardiac center and CHF clinic.

• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.

• Nursing care of CICU patients and heart transplant patients. ACLS certified.