Whitley Bernard RN
Loxahatchee Groves
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
MorseLife
11.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities resulting in better understanding advancements in palliative medicine.
Detox Nurse
The Haven Detox
12.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Oncology Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Mentored new oncology nurses, sharing knowledge gained from years of experience in specialized cancer care settings.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with oncologists to develop targeted treatment plans for patients with various cancer types and stages.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based oncology nursing practices.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current on advancements in oncology treatments and nursing techniques.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
Crisis Care LPN
Treasure Coast Hospice
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Promoted effective levels of individualized care to each and every patient.
- Administered medications to patients as prescribed by mental health physicians.
- Spent time with each patient, asking appropriate questions to determine his or her level of stress and what medications had been ingested.
- Remained calm and composed even in high-stress situations by promoting tolerance and actively listening to patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LPN
Martin County Jail
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
LPN
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
LPN
The Gardens Court
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Associate of Science -
Health Career Institute
West Palm Beach, FL02.2020
High School Diploma -
Seminole Ridge Community High School
Loxahatchee, FL05.2009
Skills
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Care planning
- Home care
- Discharge planning interdisciplinary communication and coordination
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
MorseLife
11.2024 - Current
Oncology Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2024
Detox Nurse
The Haven Detox
12.2021 - Current
Crisis Care LPN
Treasure Coast Hospice
06.2017 - 06.2021
LPN
Martin County Jail
09.2016 - 08.2017
LPN
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2016 - 08.2017
LPN
The Gardens Court
02.2016 - 08.2016
Associate of Science -
Health Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Seminole Ridge Community High School
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