Whitnee Lewis
Pathways To Housing Dc
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated nursing professional with a strong focus on team collaboration and effective communication. Proven ability to advocate for patients' rights while delivering high-quality care and implementing infection control measures to ensure safety. Specializing in direct patient care and clinical judgment. Skilled in documentation, patient education, and crisis intervention. Committed to promoting patient safety and quality care through adherence to best practices and continuous professional development.
Work History
Registered Nurse PRN
2 Years 3 Months- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform clinical decisions and enhance patient care quality.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections through adherence to best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Mental Health Registered Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments and documented findings accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and coping strategies.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Led crisis intervention initiatives, ensuring patient safety during critical situations.
- Enhanced care delivery by implementing feedback from patient satisfaction surveys.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and successful transition back into the community.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Maintained a safe therapeutic environment that promoted healing by following infection control protocols within the psychiatric unit setting.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy in treatment decisions while maintaining a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and open communication.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
10 Months- Conducted comprehensive case reviews to verify compliance with workers' compensation policies and regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to facilitate timely medical treatments for injured employees.
- Developed return-to-work plans, optimizing employee rehabilitation and minimizing claim durations.
- Analyzed claims data to identify trends and propose process improvements for operational efficiency.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Coordinated patient care plans to ensure comprehensive treatment and adherence to protocols.
- Managed caseloads by evaluating patient needs and developing personalized interventions.
Registered Nurse Site Lead
1 Year 7 Months- Led the development of patient care plans by fostering relationships with patients and relevant stakeholders.
- Coordinated the administration of various injections to patients. Directed small team initiatives, providing reports to the operational manager and pharmacist.
- Ensured consistency across nursing teams through accurate documentation and communication of critical information.
- Oversaw patient assessments to provide comprehensive care insights.
- Managed and organized vaccination events to ensure a smooth operation.
- Guided site RNs in following DC Health and CDC protocols effectively. Compiled essential daily and weekly logs for the DC Department of Health.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Charge Nurse
1 Year 2 Months- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accuracy in patient records and regulatory compliance.
- Provided provisional nursing care including but not limited to administering medications and treatments in compliance
with the physicians’ orders and applicable hospital policy, interpreting diagnostic tests, formulating a plan of care,
collaborating with other healthcare providers, and provide education to patients and/or significant others (while in
compliance with HIPPA);
• Performed ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre, during, and post hemodialysis treatment
for assigned patients and documented in patient medical record;
• Adjusted and modified the treatment plan as indicated;
• Directed and provided, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of
safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients;
• Administered medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documented appropriate
medical justification and effectiveness;
• Ensured correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures were performed and rescheduled missed
or insufficient laboratory collections;
• Ensured physician orders for assigned patients were entered and acknowledged in the Medical Record;
• Delegated appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs and Patient Care
Technicians;
• Monitored and supervised patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to the policy and procedures;
• Collaborated and documented patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients
and family;
• Identify expected outcomes, documents and updated the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients
through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team;
• Ensured patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modalities/options;
• Checked availability of adequate emergency equipment and supplies as assigned;
• Assist with medication tracking and inventory as assigned.
• Served as a resource for health care team, participating in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned;
• Coordinated member follow-up post discharge for applicable transitions;
• Utilized established documentation standards to maintain quality of Care Plan documentation to include member
progress toward their established state of being and barriers to achievement of Care Plan objectives/outcomes;
• Developed communication and referral mechanisms to assure that there is seamless communication between PCMH,
PCPs and Specialists.
Education
High School Diploma
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
High School Diploma
Active Compact Registered Nurse License
- Registered nurse compact license through the state of Maryland.
- Active Registered Nurse License with Washington, DC via endorsement.
Timeline
Registered Nurse PRN
Silver Spring Healthcare Center
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Pathways To Housing Dc
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Genex
03.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Registered Nurse Site Lead
Maxim Health Care/DC Department of Health
08.2021 - 03.2023Read More
Charge Nurse
Renalis Dialysis
07.2020 - 09.2021Read More
Eleanor Roosevelt High School
High School Diploma
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Coppin State University
Bachelor of Science from Rehabilitation Science
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The Community College of Baltimore County
High School Diploma
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