Willissa Turner-Warren
Elizabeth,NJ
Summary
Caring and Energetic Nurse and over person; dedicated to efficient and effective collaboration between care teams, patients and families. Outgoing professional with collaborative and flexible approach to reaching mutually beneficial resolutions. Also eager to provide compassionate and impactful care for patients in all health and living conditions. Committed to integrating new and emerging care techniques. Dedicated to individualized healthcare planning to provide optimal outcomes.
Currently Going to School to obtain BSN
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Advocate
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with local pharmacies to expedite prescription refills and prevent gaps in medication therapy.
- Demonstrated empathy toward diverse patient populations, building trust through compassionate interactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing clear communication on treatment plans.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Delivered high-quality personal care to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and comfort during their stay.
Medication Nurse
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids using [Software] to note times, types and amounts of medications for each patient.
- Measured and recorded patients' weight, height, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
- Answered patient call signals, intercom system notifications and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted physicians with prescription renewals, ensuring timely access to necessary medications for patients.
Patient Care
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by accurately filling prescriptions and providing medication counseling.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and evaluated patient care plans.
- Improved patient care by efficiently diagnosing and treating various medical conditions.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary training sessions, promoting cohesive approach to patient care.
Pediatric Nurse
Childrens Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Documented pediatric patient care to maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Performed advanced clinical skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, and NG tube placement with precision and attention to detail.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Assisted in scheduling patient appointments and coordinating referrals/resources when needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive pediatric care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions between units/departments by effectively communicating with other healthcare team members.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to supervising nurse or physician, promoting early intervention for potential health issues.
- Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
- Prevented infection spread by ensuring strict adherence to hygiene standards during all aspects of nursing practice.
- Served as a preceptor for new hires, guiding them through orientation processes while helping them acclimate into their roles as pediatric LPNs.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining open lines of communication between healthcare team members, patients, and families.
- Managed time efficiently in fast-paced settings while prioritizing tasks according to urgency levels.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress in a timely manner.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and treatments, ensuring optimal patient care and comfort.
LPN
Star's Pediatric Agency
09.2019 - 02.2020
- I attended children who needed additional medical care at home
- Working and caring for children with Gtubes, setting up feeds and documenting any changes in the child's condition
- Attended doctor's visits as well as therapy for each client/patient
- Working with the doctor as well as the parents implementing new ways to improve that patient's condition
Medical Nurse
CSL Plasma
06.2019 - 01.2020
- My role at this job were to do the required physical to each donor that came into that location
- The physical consisted of following an assessment based on CSL's criteria in order to be candidate to donate
- I also attended to donor whom experienced adverse reactions either while they were donating or a little after donation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Albany, NY07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Middlesex Vocational School
Middlesex, NJ02.2019
Skills
- Excellent Customer service
- Multitasking ability
- Patient Care
- First aid and safety
- Organizational Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient Education
- Great knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Hard working
- Work well with others
- Excellent computer skills
- Fast learner
- Very much so compassionate about making a difference and willing to learn
Timeline
Patient Care Advocate
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Medication Nurse
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Patient Care
Children's Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Pediatric Nurse
Childrens Specialized Hospital
03.2020 - Current
LPN
Star's Pediatric Agency
09.2019 - 02.2020
Medical Nurse
CSL Plasma
06.2019 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Excelsior College
Licensed Practical Nurse
Middlesex Vocational School
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