Zadell Norton
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Adept at improving patient outcomes, my tenure at HHC Health And Hospital Corporation has honed my skills in medication administration and patient observation, alongside fostering strong family communication. Demonstrating a keen attention to detail and a dependable nature, I've significantly enhanced patient satisfaction, embodying a proactive approach to healthcare delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
HHC Health And Hospital Corporation
507 Malcom X Blvd New York N.Y. 10037
12.2006 - 10.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications SQ, IM monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information. Monitored patients for any ADR's.
- Cared for wounds, used sterile techniques, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- POC Testing
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
- ULTRASOUND (For fetal HR/Viability of pregnancy)
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
Yonkers, NY
04.2005 - 12.2006
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Tracheostomy care
- Performed urinary catherzation as needed for patients unable to void/collected samples for the lab.
- G-tube feedings
- Colostomy care
Education
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY12.2005
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Geriatric Care
- Immunization Administration
- Family Communication
- Catheter Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- Preventive Care
- Palliative Care
- Staff Supervision
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Writing reports
- Maintaining nutrition
- Attention to Detail
- Responsible and Dependable
- CPR/AED
- Intravenous Medications
- Infection Control
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Observation
- Epic Systems
- Analytical Thinking
- Procedure Explanation
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
HHC Health And Hospital Corporation
12.2006 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
04.2005 - 12.2006
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hostos Community College of The City University of New York