Zahra Alkhamees
Pittsburgh,PA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2019 - Current
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Applied basic medical terminology and abbreviations to enter and retrieve computerized information.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
- Engaged in behavior-supported practices to create thoughtful and caring environment.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Improved work processes and procedures by making recommendations to supervisor or nursing department.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Observed and help patient giving birth during clinical rotations.
- Observed C-section procedure during clinical rotations.
- Worked in the pediatric ER during clinical rotation
- Help the doctor and medical stuff with Patient who doesn’t speak English by translating Arabic to English during clinical rotations.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Supplemental Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
11.2022 - Current
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Patient Translator
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
06.2021 - 06.2021
- helping patient to understand medical terms in their languages
- Facilitated communication for people with limited language proficiency.
- Discussed language discrepancies and unclear points with clients and specialists.
- Worked with clients to establish translation requirements and scope.
Nursing Student Volunteer
Flu shots at the UPMC children's hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Giving flu vaccine to hundreds patient from different ages.
- Enhanced medical care by delivering compassionate emotional, physical and social support to facility residents.
- Developed and practiced study techniques to retain information and meet assignment objectives.
- Manned immunization stations to increase vaccinations rates in vulnerable communities.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
Medical-Surgical ICU RN
UPMC Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to life-threatening situations quickly and appropriately.
- Assisted with pre-operative and post-operative care of patients undergoing cardiovascular surgeries.
- Provided patient care in a surgical ICU setting, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications and providing wound care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Managed complex medical cases requiring close observation and frequent interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes, treatments and medication administration records.
- Monitored trends in lab values over time to detect any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
- Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Cardiothoracic Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
02.2024 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
Education
Undergraduate BSN - Nursing
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA08-2023
English Language Program -
Colorado School of English
Denver, CO2016
English Language program -
Institute of Public Administration
Saudi Arabica , Riyadh 2017
English Language program -
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA2018
Skills
- Ventilator management
- Quality Improvement
- Resource Utilization
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Emotional Support
- General housekeeping ability
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quick problem solver
- Microsoft Office
- Phlebotomy experience
- ACLS, BLS certified
Languages
Arabic: Native
English: Full Professional
Turkish: Limited
Affiliations
- Vocalist and live performer
- Public speaking
- Al-Danah top students awardee-Saudi Arabia
Timeline
Cardiothoracic Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Medical-Surgical ICU RN
UPMC Mercy Hospital
10.2023 - 02.2024
Supplemental Patient Care Technician
UPMC Mercy Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Patient Translator
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
06.2021 - 06.2021
Nursing Student Volunteer
Flu shots at the UPMC children's hospital
06.2021 - 06.2021
Nursing Student
Duquesne University
01.2019 - Current
Undergraduate BSN - Nursing
Duquesne University
English Language Program -
Colorado School of English
English Language program -
Institute of Public Administration
English Language program -
University of Pittsburgh
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