Primary Care Nurse
Family Health Services Darke County
Greenville , OH
10.2014 - Present
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Responded quickly to emergencies in a timely manner while maintaining professional composure.
- Assessed patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and ordering lab tests.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assisted physicians during exams, procedures, and surgeries as necessary.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of patient information.
- Instructed patients on proper use of medications and monitored effectiveness of treatments.
- Collaborated with community resources to coordinate appropriate referrals for social services or other specialized needs.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients utilizing electronic medical record systems.
- Performed routine immunizations in accordance with guidelines.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored patient progress and provided appropriate follow-up care.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
- Provided compassionate support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life issues.
- Counseled patients on healthy lifestyle choices such as nutrition and exercise habits.
