Experience

NURSES Etc STAFFING

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Pediatric Nurse, FBCH

  • Oct 2018 - Present



The NorthTide Group

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Pediatric Nurse, FBCH

  • Apr 2018 - Sep 2018



Southern Regional Medical Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Mother/Baby Nurse

  • Mar 2017 - Mar 2018

  • Assessed Mother for abnormal bleeding, checked fundus height, and monitored pain and comfort level. Basic newborn care provided, assessed reflexes, fontanels, feeding, voiding, and stool pattern. Monitored and connected with couplet, provided valid education to mother on infant safety, sleep, nutrition, and elimination. Updated physician during newborn PE, reported abnormalities, and provided phototherapy treatment as needed. • Encouraged breast-feeding and consultation with lactation nurse was provided for mothers who were interested. Showed mothers how to safely feed baby, explained the frequency on breast/bottle feeding, diapering, dressing, and how to care for newborn. Promoted nutrition and healthy environment for couplet. Promoted prevention of SIDS and provided brochure and discussion on preventing injury. Educated new mothers on symptoms of baby blues and post part depression. • Administered IV fluids and antibiotics, magnesium therapy, blood transfusions, PCA pumps, and medications to mothers and GYN pt’s. Assessed GYN pt's post op following hysterectomy or mastectomy surgeries and Mothers with C-sections. Monitored surgical site, notified MD of changes, and drained JP drains. Encouraged ambulation. Removed abdominal dressings as ordered and provided discharge instructions and how to care for site. Offered daily support, encouragement, and resources. Collaborated with team members to promote patient care. Show less



VITAS Healthcare

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Admission Nurse

  • Nov 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Presentation given to patients, families, and caregivers, at home, hospital, nursing home, or skilled nursing facilities. Thoroughly reviewed hospice services, financial obligations, and levels of care that Vitas Healthcare provides. Assessed patient’s using the Appropriate Evaluation Tool to ensure appropriateness. Reviewed Medicare, Medicaid, and Insurance coverage for payor source and approval. • Communicated with doctor the assessment, received orders, and created an Initial Plan Of Care. Collaborated and coordinated care with MD, admission manager and team to ensure patient is receiving the appropriate care level. Consents and code status reviewed and signed by patient, surrogate decision maker, or legal representative. Documented assessment and admitted patient to routine home care, continuous care, or the inpatient unit for hospice care based on their symptom management needs. Ordered medications, E-kits, O2, HME’s, basic necessities, and set up transportation from facility to home or unit if needed. • Notify Vitas Main Office of admission and confirm patient’s information with general manager, admission manger, and admission staff. Answered questions and concerns of the patient and families promoting customer satisfaction and peace of mind. Advocated for patient and served as a resource. Ensured patient is receiving the quality level of comfort care they deserve, while promoting independence and integrity. • Conducted initial comprehensive assessments and home health visits when necessary. Assessed patients, performed required dressing changes, promoted safety, and provided education on decreasing the risks of infection. Show less



Piedmont

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Med/Surg Nurse

  • Jul 2015 - Mar 2017

  Efficiently provided care. Experienced in starting IV's, IV administration, Heparin Drips, Blood transfusions, strong assessment and documentation skills provided. Proficient in stroke care monitoring, MENDS exam, neuro assessments, V/S q2-4hrs, cardiac care, and respiratory diseases and infections. Administered medications, completed EKG's, monitored labs, practiced infection control and isolation protocol. Reported vital information to physicians to provide accurate and therapeutic care. • Charge Nurse displaying great clinical skills, delegated tasks, made assignments. Practiced autonomy, teaching, and assistance for new employees. Admitted and discharged pt's safely. Experienced in Foley catheter and NG tube insertion, tube feedings, PEG, trach and ventilation care with suctioning, chest tube monitoring, and dressing changes (surgical/wound). • Provided knowledgeable care to acute, chronic, oncology, OB/GYN, psych, and overflow of IMCU pt's promoting pain management and hemodynamic stability. Able to multitask and work in a stressful while providing team support. Provided quality customer service ensuring patient satisfaction and promoting healthy optimistic outcomes. Show less



AMN Healthcare

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Family Practice Nurse

  • Sep 2014 - Jun 2015

  Comprehensive assessment performed to customize individual plan of care to promote positive patient outcomes. Able to critically think during stressful situations and provide accuracy with vital signs, finger sticks, EKG interpretation, wound care, and documentation. • Delivered high quality nursing care to a diverse patient population ranging from newborns to geriatrics, administered medications/treatments, and assisted with fetal monitoring devices. Monitored pt's after general, eye, orthopedic, vascular, deliveries, and genitourinary surgery or procedures with emphasis on pain management maintaining patient safety, comfort, as a top priority. • Promoted team work to improve efficiency, assisted physicians with exams and procedures interpreting and reporting abnormal results to doctors to achieve medical management, and delegated to staff in a constantly changing fast-paced, pressure-filled environment. • Assisted with weekly assignments of nurses to ensure adequate staffing for the unit and as a preceptor to new nursing employees on the unit maintaining vigilance and efficiency. Provided discharge instructions to patients and families to promote healthy outcomes Show less



NYC Dept Of Health & Mental Hy

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Health Nurse

  • Aug 2011 - Sep 2014

  • Provided nursing care to two schools with daily assessments to pediatrics and adults while ensuring safety while promoting time management using a collaborative approach. Provided Epi-Pen training to staff, organized and updated over 600 patient charts. • Evaluated and prioritized patient care, administered medication for cystic fibrosis, ADHD, asthma and allergies, nebulizer treatments, and Epi-Pen injectors. Created a healthy work environment and camaraderie promoting teamwork to provide better patient care and customer satisfaction. • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision to children with ADHD, autism, social and speech problems. Show less



Unique Nurses Registry Inc

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Health Nurse

  • Sep 2010 - Jun 2011

  Medically treated children and administered medication. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and maintained patient charts and confidential files. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with patient care policies and procedures. Medically treated children and administered medication. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and maintained patient charts and confidential files. Provided quality nursing care in accordance with patient care policies and procedures.