W'Nika Nickeo
New Caney,TX
Summary
Adaptable medical professional demonstrating expertise and knowledge through 8 years in healthcare roles. Committed to leading effective teams to delivering exceptional patient care. Highly skilled in charting, managing patient intake and discharges and monitoring care plans. Well-versed in promoting policies and protocols to achieve core measures. Demonstrated success in cultivating strong patient rapport to drive outcome goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PreOp
Townsen Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons through effective communication skills and demonstration of clinical competence during procedures.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enhanced patient comfort by administering IV medications and fluids with precision and care.
- Promoted patient safety through strict adherence to infection control protocols during all aspects of IV insertion and maintenance.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of IV therapy administration, including assessments, interventions, and patient responses, ensuring accurate record keeping for optimal continuity of care.
- Improved patient outcomes through regular monitoring of vital signs and adjusting treatments as needed.
Registered Nurse/PRN Charge Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from , pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to assess needs and determine best options for care
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
- Assess EKG and telemetry strips
- Administer medication via IV/PO/SQ/IM/PEG Tube
- Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff
- Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity
- Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
PreOp/PACU/Stress Test Nurse
New Orleans East Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Assist anesthesiologist with peripheral and spinal nerve blocks
- Monitored blood pressure and heart rate of patients with cardiac issues and high cholesterol to detect irregular heartbeats and hypertension
- Administered medications and IV fluids to monitor reactions, side effects and adverse effects
- Responded to distress and adverse indications to prevent emergent conditions and stabilize patients
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness
- Assisted with TEE, cardioversion, bubble study for echocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Admission Registered Nurse
Fall Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
11.2016 - 03.2021
- Directed patient admission and discharge tasks while managing patients and coordinating care
- Assessed new patients' care plans and administered prescribed medications and treatments
- Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment
- Coordinated patients' tests and treatments with other hospital departments
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Regent Care Center of Kingwood
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Involved, educated and supervised family members in implementing best practices for older adults
- Closely monitored acute conditions related to falls and accidents, as well as chronic conditions, such as arthritis and COPD
- Anticipated needs of aging adults and worked closely with multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care to elderly patients.
Inbound Consultant
Sutherland Global Services
12.2015 - 04.2016
- Developed and maintained working knowledge of products and services to deliver timely, accurate information
- Communicated with customers regarding marketing campaigns and promotions, answering questions and addressing concerns
- Documented details of calls and customer interactions
- Performed work in compliance with established regulations, policies and standard operating procedures
- Worked with multiple means of communication within fast-paced environment
- Responded to customers within required turnaround times
- Initiated files by collecting and entering demographic, provider and procedure information into system
- Utilized automated systems to log and retrieve information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands
St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands05.2015
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Educational Complex High School
St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands06.2010
Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Accurate Documentation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Patient Examination
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medical Procedure Coding Software
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Nursing Assignments
- Medical Recordkeeping
- CPR Certified
- Infection Control Procedures
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, #897315
- BLS Certified, 10/2023
- ACLS Certified, 10/2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PreOp
Townsen Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
PreOp/PACU/Stress Test Nurse
New Orleans East Hospital
12.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse/PRN Charge Nurse
HCA Houston Healthcare
01.2020 - Current
Admission Registered Nurse
Fall Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
11.2016 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
Regent Care Center of Kingwood
04.2016 - 11.2016
Inbound Consultant
Sutherland Global Services
12.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of The Virgin Islands
High School Diploma -
St. Croix Educational Complex High School
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