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• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
• Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical skills including urinary catheterization, tracheostomy care (basic), blood glucose monitoring (fingerstick and continuous), and oxygen therapy administration.
• Maintained meticulous patient records in electronic health record (EHR) system, documenting patient observations, interventions, and responses, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising Nurse.
• Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring safe practices were maintained throughout each encounter.
• Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.

• Provided comprehensive nursing care to an average of 50+ incarcerated patients within a high-security correctional environment, addressing diverse medical and mental health needs.

• Administered prescribed medications (oral, IM, subcutaneous, topical) and treatments, adhering to strict medication control and security protocols.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring, wound care (including complex wound management), and pain assessment, adapting to the unique challenges of the correctional setting.

• Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, and security personnel to develop and implement individualized care plans, considering both medical and security concerns.

•Maintained accurate and detailed patient records in electronic health record (EHR) system, documenting observations, interventions, and patient responses, while adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines.

• Provided patient education on chronic disease management, medication adherence, and health promotion, adapting teaching methods to diverse literacy levels and cultural backgrounds.

• Responded to medical emergencies and security incidents, maintaining composure and following established protocols.

• Maintained a secure and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict infection control and security standards.

• Effectively communicated with patients, staff, and security personnel, demonstrating professionalism and respect in a challenging environment.