Well-qualified Nurse Consultant bringing 21 years of in-home medical care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Consultant
Eversana
01.2018 - Current
Administer Prolastin C in a home setting.
Registered Nurse
Ky River District Home Health
01.2003 - Current
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
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.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Clark Regional Medical Center
05.2001 - 05.2003
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.