Alana Charalambous

In my two rotations in the Emergency Department and General Medicine Ward I:

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
• Increased efficiency through accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health records.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to patients in various clinical settings.
• Supported the implementation of evidence-based practice initiatives, resulting in improved quality of care for patients.
• Assisted in reducing medication errors by diligently following established protocols and utilizing barcode scanning technology during medication administration.
• Developed strong assessment skills through regular monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to inform decision-making regarding treatment plans.

• Assisted patients to perform ADL's
• Supported nurses in care plans and other duties
• Restocking and ensuring equipment is clean and tidy
• Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or change in patient conditions
• Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections
• Completed accurate documentation using EMR systems
• Provided care and services within my scope of practice while following company policies, procedures, and protocols

• Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
• Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections
• Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance
• Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
• Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans and provide patient care
• Made referrals to other disciplines as indicated by patient needs or physician documentation
• Provided nursing care and services within standards and scope of policies, procedures, and protocols
• Communicated therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors and coworkers involved in patient treatment
• Stayed informed of industry knowledge and nursing best practice standards

• Handling difficult and tense interpersonal situations effectively and safely
• Excellent familiarity with elderly health care issues
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
• Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance
• Provided care and services within my scope of practice while following company policies, procedures and protocols

• Delivered prompt, friendly customer service
• Assisted with maintaining cleanliness in line with company standards
• Contributed to exceeding standards in all internal quality checks
• Participated in team meetings providing insights for improvement