Whitney Pitman

-Assessed and educated the patient and family/caregiver regarding the disease process, self-care techniques, prevention strategies and nursing related needs

-Initiated the plan of care and revised as necessary under the direction of the physician

-Provided those services and/or treatments requiring substantial and specialized nursing skills such as IV therapy, wound care,wound vac therapy

-Coordinated services and refers to other services as needed such as home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment to reduce stress for patients and wait time.

-Supervised, delegated, and teaching of duties and tasks to Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Home Health aides and others providing services, as appropriate
-Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.

-Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of health care team, patients, and families ensured accuracy of patient treatment plan.

• Delivered an exceptional level of care to each patient
• Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of health care team, patients, and families ensured accuracy of patient treatment plan
• Provide basic nursing care and personal care assistance to patients
• Record vital signs and chart testing of patients
• Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and administrative processes
• Maintain medical records of all patient interactions
• Ensure patients and families receive a comfortable and therapeutic environment
• Help create procedures to assess patients and identify health risks
• Deliver health care instructions to patients and family members.