Zykia Ransom
Maylene,AL
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Orlando Health
Homewood, Alabama
11.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Participated in patient rounds with healthcare teams to discuss care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Assisted in patient care activities under supervision of registered nurse, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Supported the administration of IV medications and fluids under close supervision.
- Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
Unit Secretary
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Homewood, AL
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
- Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
- Performed bookkeeping duties, preparing and sending financial statements or bills.
- Assisted with admitting processes including completing forms, obtaining signatures and verifying insurance coverage.
- Managed unit call reception and routed calls to correct department.
- Retrieved physicians' paperwork, including lab test requests.
- Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
- Answered telephone calls promptly and directed them to appropriate personnel or departments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL05-2025
Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Medication administration (oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous)
- Care planning and documentation using electronic medical records (EMR)
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Insertion and care of urinary catheters and nasogastric tubes
- Central line care and maintenance
- Basic life support (BLS)
- Managing IV infusions and administering fluids and medications
- Infection prevention and control procedures
- Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
- Time management and prioritization
- Adaptability to different patient populations and situations
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- ICU or Step-Down Unit
Certification
- CPR/BLS- Expiration Sept 2025
Timeline
Student Nurse
Orlando Health
11.2024 - Current
Unit Secretary
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2022
- CPR/BLS- Expiration Sept 2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Jefferson State Community College
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