Veronika Basina, RN

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

• 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 and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.

Rotated through Medical-Surgical, Emergency Department (ED), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Postpartum, Labor & Delivery (L&D), and Postoperative units, gaining hands-on experience in diverse patient care settings.

Assisted with patient assessments, medication administration, wound care, and post-surgical monitoring under the supervision of preceptors.

Supported critical care interventions in ICU and ED, including hemodynamic monitoring, rapid response situations, and trauma patient stabilization.

Provided compassionate maternal-newborn care in L&D and postpartum, assisting with labor support, newborn assessments, and patient education on postpartum recovery.

Developed strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and interdisciplinary communication skills in fast-paced environments.

Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to provide evidence-based, patient-centered care while prioritizing safety and comfort.

Completed a clinical rotation in Pediatrics, providing compassionate, family-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents with acute and chronic conditions.

Assisted in patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, medication administration, and IV therapy under RN supervision.

Supported pediatric patients undergoing treatment for respiratory illnesses, infections, post-surgical recovery, and other medical conditions by ensuring comfort and emotional support.

Educated parents and caregivers on disease management, medication schedules, and developmental milestones to promote holistic care beyond hospitalization.

Observed and assisted in neonatal and pediatric emergency care, including interventions for respiratory distress and fever management.

Developed strong skills in child-focused communication, pain management techniques, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes.

Completed a clinical rotation in behavioral health, providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions.

Assisted in mental health assessments, medication administration, and crisis intervention under the supervision of psychiatric nurses and providers.

Observed and participated in therapeutic communication, de-escalation techniques, and patient safety measures for individuals experiencing mood disorders, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and other psychiatric illnesses.

Facilitated patient education on coping strategies, medication adherence, and relapse prevention to support long-term mental health stabilization.

Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists, to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Gained experience in suicide risk assessments, involuntary holds, group therapy sessions, and behavioral modification techniques in an inpatient psychiatric setting.

Completed a clinical rotation in geriatric and long-term care nursing, providing patient-centered care to elderly individuals with chronic illnesses, post-acute conditions, and mobility limitations.

• Assisted in activities of daily living (ADLs), wound care, medication administration, and fall prevention strategies to enhance patient safety and quality of life.

• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring, cognitive evaluations, and skin integrity checks, under RN supervision.

• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families with palliative and hospice interventions.

• Gained hands-on experience with enteral feeding, catheter care, tracheostomy care, and rehabilitative therapies for geriatric patients.

• Developed strong skills in therapeutic communication, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration with physical therapists, social workers, and physicians.

• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
• 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.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of newly admitted patients, identifying individual needs and developing tailored nursing interventions accordingly.

• Progressive experience providing skilled nursing care across hospice with transitioning to RN role with enhanced clinical judgment and leadership capacity.
• Documented using EHR system (HospiceMD).
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.

Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting and rehabilitation setting, managing patients with chronic illnesses, post-surgical recovery, and complex medical conditions.

Administered medications, wound care, tracheostomy care, and enteral feedings, ensuring adherence to physician orders and facility protocols.

Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, monitored vital signs, and documented changes in condition to support early intervention and quality outcomes.

Assisted in care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration with RNs, physicians, physical therapists, and social workers to optimize patient recovery and discharge planning.

Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term health and well-being.

Maintained infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and emergency response readiness to ensure patient safety.

Provided emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients coping with chronic illnesses, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care needs.

• Delivered comprehensive nursing care to post-acute, rehabilitative, and long-term care patients, managing chronic illnesses, post-surgical recovery, and complex medical conditions.

• Administered medications, wound care, tracheostomy care, and enteral feedings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with physician orders.

• Performed patient assessments, monitored vital signs, and promptly identified changes in condition to facilitate early intervention and improved outcomes.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including RNs, physicians, physical therapists, and social workers, to develop and implement individualized care plans.

• Provided patient and family education on disease management, medication adherence, and rehabilitation strategies to promote long-term health.

• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, fall prevention measures, and patient safety standards in a high-acuity environment.

• Supported patients with compassionate care and therapeutic communication, addressing emotional, psychological, and physical needs.

• Worked in a subacute setting with focus on rehabilitation, worked alongside with occupational and physical therapists, performed all duties of a floor nurse under the scope of my practice
• Maintained the front desk, answered phones, maintained charts, carried out verbal, written and over the phone orders, performed nursing documentation, assisted physicians at bedside
• Administered medication, performed various procedures, wound care, assisted patients with transfers, admission and discharge
• Performed clerical duties such as faxing, printing, filing, copying, transcribing, organizing, and maintaining

• Administered medication to patients
• Maintained cleanliness of patient areas and reported any concerns to the assigned nurses
• Collected, recorded, and summarized, data on target behaviors for individual client needs
• Collaborated with families, supervisors, and other providers to assist with the different client needs to offer solutions and improve overall health
• Assisted patients with ADL's such as dressing, hygiene activities, and feeding
• Provided transparent communication with the patient and the families to ensure trust and rapport was being met
• Complied with all facility regulations, procedures, and rules
• Properly stored and organized medical equipment and kept them sterilized before any procedure
• Provided health services including first aid administration and monitoring blood pressure
• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test results in medical records
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians' instructions to patients
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing

Provided specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from cosmetic and reconstructive procedures performed by top Beverly Hills plastic surgeons.

Monitored vital signs, pain levels, surgical sites, and drainage systems (JP drains, Foley catheters, compression garments) to ensure optimal healing and prevent complications.

Administered medications and pain management regimens per physician protocols to support patient comfort and recovery.

Assisted with lymphatic drainage massages, dressing changes, and mobility support, promoting circulation and reducing post-op swelling.

Educated patients on post-surgical care, incision site management, activity restrictions, and infection prevention for a smooth recovery process.

Provided personalized, white-glove care in a luxury setting, ensuring a discreet and comfortable recovery experience tailored to high-profile clientele.

Communicated closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and medical teams, promptly reporting patient concerns and coordinating follow-up care.

Delivered compassionate and reassuring bedside care, addressing both physical and emotional post-surgical needs to enhance patient confidence and recovery outcomes.