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Atlanta, GA Street Address PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryResponsible Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 10 years of experience in healthcare. Core Qualifications customer satisfaction Problem resolution ability Enthusiastic caregiver AED certification Wound cleaning/care ability Acute and rehabilitative care Patient/family focusedSkillsNursing AssignmentsPerformance ManagementPrescription Drug RecommendationsDirect Patient CareNurse and CNA SupervisionMedical Procedure PreparationPatient CarePatient AssessmentsImmunizations and VaccinationsUpdate Electronic ChartsIntramuscular InjectionsPatient Care ManagementStaff SchedulingWork AssignmentsPreventable DiseasesCompassionate and PatientMonitoring Vital SignsCase ManagementCharting and DocumentingTest InterpretationsAccurate DocumentationMedical Records ManagementMedication AdministrationEMR SystemsDelegation and MotivationPatient ManagementMedical Supply ManagementStaff TrainingMedication Side Effect KnowledgeClear Patient CommunicationCare and Discharge PlanningPatient AdmittingPatient Care StandardsWork HistoryHome health clinical coordinatorMenders by lenbrook 7/22 to present. Managing client care records. Submitting invoices to insurance companies. Monthly Nursing and supervisory visits Developing and coordinating health care programs Communicating between staff, patients and family Handling patient case management and education Recruiting and training staff and creating schedules Developing patient goals and monitoring progress Maintaining patient confidentiality and quality care.Attending discharge meeting.Admissions and dischargesCharge nurse, Riderwood village Silver spring2012 to 2021Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnosesHelped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removalEnsured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimensCoordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patientsCleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated suppliesMaintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance recordsRecorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical recordsMonitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trialsActed as patient advocate and implemented total patient care as part of a nursing team covering 8-10 high acuity patients per shiftEnsured HIPAA complianceProvided diagnoses and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems, including MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, pneumoniaMaintained patient privacy and confidential patient informationTested patients' blood glucose levels.Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shiftUtilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.RN Hospice Case Manager, 10/2022 to 10/23Agape Hospice CareRecognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.Established hospice care services for patients at their end of lifeWorked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plansDeveloped and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructionsPerformed ongoing assessments to evaluate health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of careIImplemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimensCompleted psychosocial evaluations and needs assessmentsProvided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shiftCoordinated program referrals for community-based resourcesProvided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with decline in condition and processesTaught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.Help patients make informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their clinical statusDevelop effective working relations and cooperate with medical team throughout the entire case management processArrange abeyances with social services, health and governmental agenciesTake the extra mile and interact with patients to keep track of their progress and to ensure satisfactionRecord cases information, complete accurately all necessary forms and produce statistical reportsDeveloped and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.Coordinating and providing care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and client-centeredHandling case assignments, draft service plans, review case progress and determine case closureCovid Nurse, 06/2021 to CurrentPRN Atlanta, GAAdministered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.Performed routine covid testing and training as directed by cdcRemained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.Nurse Supervisor, 06/2012 to 06/2019Ashland Farm Silver Spring, MDAnd PRN nursing agency.Supported patients with customized patient teaching toolsEnsured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimensProvided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state lawFrequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity.Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities., and supervising client caresupervising and delegating duties to CNA scheduling advocating for the residents ?Provided onsite trainingCarefully selected, developed and retained qualified staff, as well as trained 4 new staff annuallyEvaluated patient care procedural changes for effectivenessProvided thorough supervision for day-to-day operations of facility in accordance with set policies and guidelinesRegularly evaluated employee performance, provided feedback and assisted, coached and disciplined staff as neededMonitored the nursing and operation of support departments to ensure that resident needs were met and facility was properly maintainedOrganized and led weekly personnel meetings with 8 team membersRevised policies and procedures in accordance with changes in local, state and federal laws and regulationsMonitored staffing patterns and nursing care hours for efficiency and made changes when necessaryCompleted daily rounds of the nursing department to verify that all nursing service personnel were performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standardsEvaluated nursing notes to confirm that they accurately and completely described care provided and patient responsesPlanned and organized staff development and orientation programs for nursing servicesConducted probationary and annual performance evaluations of all nursing staffMonitored infection control procedures to ensure facility-wide health and safetyServed as a liaison between patients and physicians to assist patients in understanding their treatment plansOversaw implementation of patient management plansProvided on-call care at all times of day and night.Assisted with caring for specific patients by utilizing excellent clinical skills and judgment.Coordinated special clinics and planned for normal variations in service demand.Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.Case Manager, 06/2021 to 08/2023PRN Healthcare Atlanta, GADeveloped and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.Provided evidence-based therapeutic interventions and crisis management to clients to lessen negative on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnosesAssisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthmaProvided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state lawMaintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance recordsEnsured HIPAA complianceTested patients' blood glucose levelsObtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shiftFrequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residentsRecorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical recordsInstructed patients and family members on proper discharge careProvided on-call care at all times of day and night.On Call Nurse, 10/2021 to CurrentAgape Hospice Care Atlanta, GAResponded to incoming calls from patient, family member or caregiver for after-hours medical services and gathered information to address inquiry or concern and ascertain need to conduct in-person nursing visit.Exercised good nursing judgment in addressing symptoms and concerns, re-educating and assessing patient condition to deliver quality patient care.Conducted patient admissions and discharges as assigned and completed assessments and reassessments to support care continuum.Documented visit notes, treatments and care in consultation with interdisciplinary team to confirm complete and accurate physician orders that covered care and visits provided.Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.Private Duty Nurse, 06/2021 to CurrentProfessional Registry Of Nurses Atlanta, GAAdministered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.Supported personal care needs, shopping for groceries, and cleaning house.Maintained open availability to rotate through on-call periods, night shifts and weekend visits.Assisted in development and implementation of service plans related to nursing and patient health care needs.Reported general, physical and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.Interpreted patient needs, knowledge, growth and development to construct treatment plan.Supported patients with customized patient teaching toolsEnsured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimensProvided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state lawFrequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residentsCoordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patientsEscorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician examsEscorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician examsTested patients' blood glucose levelsTested patients' blood glucose levelsProvided caring companionship to elderly and developmentally disabled patientsScheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.Educated clients and families to support wellness activities, self-care techniques and prevention strategies.Engaged and educated clients on appropriate behaviors and essential social interaction.Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.EducationCoursework in Hospitality and Tourism Management Coursework in Marketing and AdvertisingAssociate Degree In Nursing: Registered Nurse, 12/2021Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing - Falls Church, VALPN: 2003vacational - Lowell, MAAir travel and ticketing academy: 1999CertificationsIv certified CPROn call NurseResponded to medical and emotional crisis and even death visits in homes and nursing facilities to provide the care and comfort as appropriateResponded to patient/caregiver phone calls in a timely manner consistent with policies and procedures. Communicates report to the families following each shift. |
