Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance nursing skills, consistently delivering high-quality patient care.
Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Medication Reconciliation Nurse
Baptist Medical Center South
09.2015 - 06.2018
Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Improved patient safety by accurately reviewing and verifying medication lists during admission and discharge processes.
Enhanced medication management for patients by diligently updating electronic medical records with accurate information.
Reduced medication errors by collaborating closely with healthcare teams to ensure proper medication reconciliation.
Streamlined pharmacy workflow by efficiently prioritizing and managing multiple medication reconciliation tasks simultaneously.
Contributed to a positive patient experience by addressing questions and concerns about medications in a compassionate manner.
Provided ongoing support for continuous process improvement initiatives related to medication reconciliation practices within the organization.
Utilized clinical knowledge to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications during the reconciliation process, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing various software programs commonly used in pharmacies for effective data management and analysis.
Recognized for outstanding attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness of medication lists while minimizing discrepancies between different sources of information.
Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Educated patients on important aspects of their medications such as administration techniques or storage considerations while reinforcing adherence to therapy.
Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
LPN Charge Nurse
Prattville Health And Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 08.2017
Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to [Number] to [Number] patients per day in [Number]-bed unit.
Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
ER Licensed Practical Nurse
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority
07.2008 - 05.2009
Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Optimized resource utilization through prudent management of medical supplies inventory and equipment maintenance schedules.
Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Shreveport, LA
05.2011
Practical Nurse Certification - Practical Nursing
Guam Community College
Mangilao, GU
12.2007
Skills
Communication Skills
EMAR/EHMR
Tracheostomy Care
Respiratory Care
Wound Care
Hospice Care
Geriatric Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Home Healthcare
Rehabilitation Nursing
Intravenous Medications
Acute Care
Licensure & Certification
Georgia Multi-state License LPN
American Heart Association Health Care Provider, BLS