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Wilma Wilson

Booneville,Kentucky

Summary

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.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hazzard Community And Technical College
Hazard, KY
05.2001

Skills

  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Case Documentation
  • Clinical expertise
  • Medical Documentation
  • Health Promot
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Medication Administration
  • CPR/AED
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Home care

Timeline

Nurse Consultant

Eversana
01.2018 - Current

Registered Nurse

Ky River District Home Health
01.2003 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Clark Regional Medical Center
05.2001 - 05.2003

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hazzard Community And Technical College
Wilma Wilson