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0-5 years of experience
Assisted patients in routine physical needs including bathing, oral care, nutritional needs and others as directed.
- Provided for patient safety adhering to the standards of nursing care and policies of the hospital.
- Collected data and provided information to the RN in developing the plan of care.
- Reported all observed symptoms, reactions, treatment, and changes in patient condition to the RN.
- Performed basic procedures such as intravenous access, port-a-cath access, urinary catheter insertion, CVC dressing changes, sterile and non-sterile dressings and others as applicable per policy and procedure.
- Demonstrated time management and organizational skills on a consistent basis.
- Demonstrated behavior that reflects cooperation, commitment, reliability, initiative and team work.
0-5 years of experience
Worked with RN preceptors as part of an 8-week program on a various units (ER, OR, Endoscopy, Labor and Delivery)
- Improved clinical and interpersonal skills and functioned as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Tested glucose level and administered injections
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical and biometric information
- Maintained patient charts and confidential files
- Observed procedures (surgeries, delivery of babies, etc.)
0-5 years of experience
Provided intensive care for two patients in 12-hour shifts
- Effectively communicated with all team members for quality patient care
- Facilitated the patient teaching among Chinese patients and family members, includes procedure demonstration, explain indications and side effects of medications, and transfer/referral plan
- Maintained a secure environment geared towards patients’ needs
- Documented all aspects of care in a timely fashion
0-5 years of experience
Assisted nurses in their daily duties.
- Completed hourly rounds and ensured patient hygiene.
- Performed and recorded vital signs; Monitored and recorded intake/output of patients.
- Assisted in physical therapy, ensured patient satisfaction, Phlebotomy and laboratory preparation.
- Obtained glucose blood sugars and recorded results.
- Assisted in feeding patients that were unable to feed themselves.
- Adhered to HIPPA guidelines.
0-5 years of experience
- Selected out of 200 students to participate in a six week paid externship program
- Worked 12 hour day shifts and provided reports to oncoming nurses using SBAR
- Performed head-to-toe assessments, as well as inserted and removed urinary catheters and cared for patients with colostomies
- Administered PO, SQ, IM, IV, IVPB, topical, sublingual and inhalation medications
- Prepared IV tubing and medications, as well as assembled infusion pumps and programmed infusion rates
- Performed patient teaching to both patients and family; Recorded patient information using electronic documentation
0-5 years of experience
Worked with a broad patient population on numerous different units including telemetry, medical surgical, oncology, intensive care, and neurological
- Collected vital signs, I&Os, and measured blood glucose readings
- Assisted patients with ADLs and ambulation, as well as assisting other staff with transfers and repositioning
- Communicated with patients and families in therapeutic manner, as well as communicating necessary patient information to staff involved in care
- Planed and provided quality care for patients as a part of the multidisciplinary team
- Conducted head-to-toe and focused assessments for a large patient population
- Continuously monitored patient status while providing patient care activities
- Evaluated patient outcomes as well as patient knowledge and provided education as needed
- Interacted and communicated with patients and families to create a comfortable setting
0-5 years of experience
Trauma ICU
- Performed selected activities and assisted in nursing care as assigned according to established policies and procedures
- Monitored and maintained supplies and equipment
- Transported patients, charts, specimens, equipment, and supplies
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients including reinforcement of patient and family education
0-5 years of experience
Surgical Intensive Care Unit
- Assisted the registered nurse in provision of care to patients.
- Observed and documented patient conditions/behaviors in order to provide input to the RN.
- Performed treatments and procedures under the direction of a RN and according to policy and procedure.
- Participated in quality assurance activities and implemented quality assurance measures to ensure that hospital, JCAHO, and other quality standards or regulations were met.
0-5 years of experience
- Assessed patients and assisted in devising treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort
- Coordinated care efforts amongst volunteers and home care aides
- Initiated communication with attending physicians
- Sought input from other sources regarding care plans and implementation procedures
- Developed skills in dealing with crisis situations and supported families having to make difficult decisions
0-5 years of experience
- Achieved skills in the Registered Nurse role under supervision of skilled nurse-preceptors
- Planned interdisciplinary care for the patient based on the assessment findings using the nursing process
- Made sound clinical judgments based on application of critical thinking to patient care situations
- Performed basic skills safely and competently with minimum supervision
- Prioritized and organized and documented the nursing care
0-5 years of experience
Attended agency orientation.
- Attended seminars as planned by the agency.
- Worked under preceptor guidance and teaching.
- Participated in the entire clinical practice experience, providing safe and competent client care.
- Performed thorough client assessments.
- Administered medications.
- Provided for client safety.
- Documented all information pertinent to client care in a timely and accurate manner in computerized system.
0-5 years of experience
Provided conscientious care to medical/surgical patients in an acute care environment.
- Responsible for the care of up to 10 patients at any given time.
- Maintained precise documentation of patient rounds, ambulation, personal hygiene care, and I/O.
- Notified RN of patient status changes, relaying pertinent details quickly and accurately.
- Established therapeutic relationships with patients and families, frequently resulting in personal recognition and awards.
0-5 years of experience
- Facilitated patient care on medical surgical (primary unit), progressive care, emergency room, rehabilitation, and psychiatric units
- Performed duties including ADL assistance, vital signs, EKGs, wound care, foley care, and accuchecks for 10-20 patients per assignment within 12hr shifts.
- Supported nursing staff by identifying & reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns, and assisting with treatment procedures
0-5 years of experience
- Performed patient assessment and medication administration under preceptor supervision
- Educated patients and families to promote self-care and independence
- Assisted preceptor in implementing the nursing process and care plan for assigned medical-surgical patients
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians and other care team members
0-5 years of experience
- Nurse extern assessed status of patients in a neuroscience unit under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- Obtained vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse and respiration, manually and with equipment.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene, nutrition and daily activities.
- Reinforced education of patients and spouses as instructed by primary healthcare providers.
0-5 years of experience
- Safely administered medications to residents at assigned times
- Constructively communicated with healthcare personnel and family to provide optimum medical care
- Delegated and overseen care of Nursing Assistants
- Implemented care in emergent situations
0-5 years of experience
- Conducted pre-operative care evaluations and address patient concerns
- Assisted in surgical prep, including preparation of the sterile field and pre-operative catheterization
- Performed circulating nursing tasks
- Observed surgical procedures in the following areas: organ transplantation, plastic and reconstructive surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, and cardiology
0-5 years of experience
- Applied nursing process to increasingly complex situations
- Implemented nursing care based on the individual needs of each client/family
- Performed total patient assessment, planned care, implemented order(s) and evaluated effectiveness of plan
- Created brochure for Post-Op care for Cardiac Cath Patients and families for nurses to implement on unit
0-5 years of experience
Performed and documented clients’ physical and psychosocial assessments
- Performed selected technical skills (finger stick, draw blood, assist with blood administration, tracheal and oral suction, tube feeding, urine testing, condom cather)
- Administer oral medications, IV medication, IM and Subcutaneous injections, parenteral medication, and documented such actions
- Provided postoperative care to patients after surgical procedures, including deep breathing, coughing, early ambulation and using incentive spirometer
0-5 years of experience
- Collaborated effectively with an interdisciplinary team of medical and health care professionals
- Conducted thorough patient assessments with detailed documentation
- Interactive experience with ventilators, invasive pressure monitoring, and medication titrations
- Developed basic telemetry analysis skills
- Advocated for patient and family needs
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted in assessments, and care planning of patients of the ED under a nurse preceptor
- Administered medications under supervision
- Developed experience in IV insertion and collecting blood samples
- Performed wound care
- Presented topics on healthcare issues weekly to peers and other faculty
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted nurses with all aspects of daily care, including bathing, feeding and dressing
- Assessed patients’ vital signs and monitored blood glucose
- Ensured one-on-one safety for patients needing a sitter
0-5 years of experience
- Fulfilled the role of the unlicensed assistive personnel by taking vital signs, obtaining blood glucose levels, and assisting patients with mobility during activities of daily living
- Used EPIC computer system to chart patient information such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations
- Communicated with professional staff concerning health status of patients
- Transported patients to appropriate areas as directed
- Assisted patients with routine skin care, bathing, and bowel and bladder care
- Provided safe, therapeutic environments for patients determined to require continual 1:1 observation
- Built strong relationships within hospital to ensure wholesome, effective care of patients
0-5 years of experience
- Practiced under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to ensure excellent, safe and efficient patient care
- Carried out routine patient assignments including: Phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG’s, Wound care, Foley catheters and placing patients on cardiac and vital sign monitors
- Performed established nursing procedures for patients and documenting all care and procedures provided
- Cleaned equipment and workspace and restocked supplies
0-5 years of experience
Obtained and documented vital signs as well as patient intake and output
- Assisted with patient positioning, ambulation, and activities of daily living
- Gave some medications and participated in nursing procedures under supervision of preceptor
- Attended learning events and simulations specific to pediatric care
- Shadowed wound and ostomy care team
- Completed Stewards of Children training
0-5 years of experience
Provided direct care for up to 12 patients
- Monitored and documented vital signs, height/weight, intake and output
- Blood glucose checks
- Provided patient safety in bed and ambulating
- Collected and transported specimens to laboratory
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, hygiene, changing clothes, changing linens, assisting with meals)
- Obtained EKG’s and telemetry lead placement
0-5 years of experience
- Conducted patient head-to-toe assessments, administered medication, and updated documentation
- Coordinated admission and discharge profiles, participated in patient education, and completed nurse handoff reports
- Assisted with wound care and baths, and pulled meds from the Pyxis
- Adjusted nursing interventions to fit the cultural needs of the patient
- Assisted family during the grieving process after the death of a patient and prepared the body for the morgue
- Attended weekly lectures reviewing clinical topics such as: IV/phlebotomy, blood transfusion, IV pumps, feeding pumps, code response, chest tubes, and respiratory care
- Presented an evidence-based project related to the unit specialty (wound care)
0-5 years of experience
- Completed incoming patient assessments under the direction of a registered nurse as part of pre-operative screenings.
- Assisted the circulating nurse and surgical team to ensure safe surgical practices and patient outcomes.
- Monitored the patient recovery progress under the direction of a registered nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
0-5 years of experience
Administered patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
- Provided care and support to the mothers, newborns and their families before, during, and after the birth of their children on labor and delivery, mother infant and maternal intensive care units
- Observed fetal monitoring strips and mother’s condition closely and documented
- Collaborated with the multidisciplinary team to achieve patient specific goals
- Sought out and mastered every learning experience possible
- Received above average ratings by all preceptors and mangers on my performance
0-5 years of experience
- Physical assessment of two patients per shift
- Prioritization of patient care
- Completed various dysphagia screenings
- Provided postmortem care to recently deceased patients
- Attended and observed multiple codes in ICU
- Attended various in service classes on: Blood Bank, Palliative Care, Colostomy Care, Bloodless Medicine, Port-a-cath and Cardiac Catheterization
- Used Krames on-Demand KODI and UP To Date for patient education
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