Katie 150

• Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
• Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
• Evaluated, ordered and interpreted psychological evaluations and basic lab tests to assess and identify patients' conditions.
• Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
• Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
• Created and implemented group therapies and programs to help patients improve or regain coping abilities.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.

• Manage same day admissions of patients from the hospital emergency department, direct admissions and transfers from other hospitals
• Liaise with Hospital Coordinator and Nurse Unit Managers regarding staff to patient ratios
• Liaise with hospital consultants
• Liaise with patients and relatives
• Problem management
• Broad understanding of patient conditions and triaging
• Computer use
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Creation and implementation of policies pertaining to this new role
• Excellent time management skills
• Development of this role
• Development of policies and protocols for this role using evidence-based research and hospital wide policies
• Training of all new staff coming into this role

• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
• Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
• Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
• Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
• Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
• Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
• Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
• Liaised with physicians to coordinate and assist with patient examinations and treatments.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking ECG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.

• Work in all areas of the hospital: urology, paediatrics, medical, general surgical, endoscopy, day procedures
• Ongoing assessment of patient needs and care
• Preoperative, post-operative and discharge care
• Competent provider of wound care requirements
• Experience as Team Leader of certain shifts
• Excellent communication skills with patients, family and other hospital staff
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Excellent time management skills
• A part of the wound care committee

• Phone based pre-admissions clinic
• Wide scope of procedural and medical pre-admissions assessments
• Provide education to patients
• Ability to work with other health professionals including Doctors, practice staff, theatre staff
• Excellent communication skills with patients, family and other hospital staff
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Excellent time management skills

• Establishment of basic medical clinic at the orphanage which serviced the children as well as the local rural community
• Education on nutrition, basic hygiene and health
• Implementation of a monthly health check system
• Fundraising to cover the cost of the entire clinic and resources
• Basic training of missionaries in regard to first aid

Performed nursing care within scope of license and credentials and followed charting protocols to document care provided.

• Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
• Assessed and offered nursing advice to patients with medical complaints or concerns and responded to requests for assistance.
• Supplied care instructions and educational materials to inform patients of care plan and next steps.
• Weighed patients and took blood pressure and vital signs to assist nursing staff.
• Prepared and sterilized instruments to help physician get ready for procedures.
• Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
• Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
• Educated patients on infection and disease control, family planning and new baby care to promote community health and wellness.
• Triaged patients based on vital signs and rapid assessment.
• Conducted inpatient comfort care rounds to promote patient satisfaction.

• Independently worked in an administration role communicating with patients, family members and staff in a compassionate and clear manner.
• Independently oversaw patient files, payments and medical results.
• Assisting the General Practitioner with procedures such as vasectomy, skin cancer removal and suturing of lacerations
• Experience in team work and liaising with General Practitioner.
• Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
• Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
• Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
• Utilised fantastic communication skills with patients and medical staff.

• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
• Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
• Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
• Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.