Dedicated RN with a proven track record at Hand That Care Inc, adept in medication administration and showcasing exceptional clinical judgment. Leveraged compassion and empathy to enhance patient satisfaction, achieving significant improvements in health outcomes. Regularly engaged in professional development, mastering skills like patient education and emergency response to elevate care standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Student and RN Graduate
Hand That Care Inc
09.2022 - Current
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
LVN
California Correctional Health Care Facility
12.2013 - Current
Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
Managed time efficiently during busy shifts by multitasking effectively without compromising quality of care.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Maintained thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, effectively responding to urgent situations when required.
Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and at-home care techniques, empowering them to take control of their health.
Contributed to infection control measures by adhering to strict hygiene protocols and educating staff on best practices.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Administered medications and injections to patients.
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Medical Assistant
DR.Ahmadi Family Practice
03.2003 - 08.2005
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Carehope College
Indiantown, FL
09-2024
No Degree - LVN
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
San Mateo, CA
06-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Punjab University
Chandigarh India
05-1993
Skills
Basic life support
Clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
Discharge planning
Geriatric care
Health promotion
Quality improvement
Community health
Medication and IV administration
Advanced cardiac life support
Direct patient care
Patient assessment
Patient education and counseling
Medication administration
Patient monitoring
Strong clinical judgment
Patient care
Licensed RN
Care planning
HIPAA education
Family education
Emotional awareness
Diabetes management
Vaccine administration
Hospice care
Taking vitals
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification