Irene Matuku
LPN clinical review Nurse (Remote)
toronto,Ontario
Summary
With a proven track record at Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing, I streamlined workflows and enhanced patient care through meticulous clinical review and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and fostering HIPAA compliance, I excel in improving productivity and ensuring patient confidentiality. My dedication to professional development and team leadership underscores my comprehensive approach to nursing excellence. My responsibilities included managing up to 40 patients in various stage of recovery, over 16 hrs shift. Interact with Patients families was additional role. I was privileged to be selected to train new nurses due to my knowledge and execution of my duties.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
New York
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining workflows within the organization, contributing to increased productivity levels across departments.
- Streamlined workflow processes by identifying gaps in clinical documentation and providing timely feedback to providers.
- Assisted case managers with complex cases requiring extensive research and analysis, resulting in effective resolution of issues impacting patient care delivery.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through regular communication with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
- PROFESSIONA EXPERIENCE
- LPN Floor nurse
- Administering Medication
- Taking vital signs
- Specimen collection
- Catheter Infection control
- Specimen collection Ambulatory assistance
- Wound Dressing
- G-tube feeding and care
- Ventilator and tracheostomy
- Ostomy care
- Glucose check
- Supervise CNA
- Deliver DR's order audit Narcotic and meds cart report Pt status
- Send patient out to hospital when status change
- Complete Emergency and Ambulatory Transfer
- Admit new pts
- Train new Nurse hire on facility policy and procedure
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Strengthened nursing practice through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in clinical review.
- Prior Authorization for home health care,Approving Data for home health-care, and sending document the doctors for approval.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, None10-2016
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical assessment
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
LPN
Niagara Rehabilitation-Nursing
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
High School Diploma -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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