Ass 2

Damola collins

2041 sw archer road, Gainesville Florida, 32601 212 687 9452

September 4th – till present

Mental health registered nurse, Malcom randall VA medical center

Performed as many as eight psychiatric and substance abuse or substance abuse disorder assessments in a single shift, making determinations of whether patients should be assigned to open or secure units based on the severity of their mental illnesses.

Evaluated patient outcomes and assessed effectiveness in order to improve treatment of patients.

Collaborated through treatment planning with interdisciplinary professionals including social workers, adjunct therapists, and doctors to determine and provide the best quality of care for patients on a daily basis.

Educate on patient rights, legal hold, psychological conditions, medication, and behavioral compliance for discharge or transfer to extended care.

Cared for patients with acute conditions - building relationships and responding to their physical and emotional needs, while delivering effective care.

Administered patients' medications and treatments - and monitoring results.

February 2017 to april 2019

registered nurse MENTAL HEALTH UNIT, charge nurse

HAMPTON VA MEDICAL CENTER, virginia

Cared for patients with acute conditions - building relationships and responding to their physical and emotional needs, while delivering effective care.

Administered patients' medications and treatments - and monitoring results.

Dealt with the specific symptoms of mental illness, de-escalating stressful situations and helping patients overcome challenges.

Interacted with patients' families and other care staff - offering advice and information on patients' conditions.

Prepared and maintain patients’ records, producing care plans and risk assessments.

Organized group therapy sessions, including social and artistic events, aimed at promoting patients' mental recovery.

Assigned a caseload of patients and provide direct care to their patients.

Facilitated social and emotional needs.

Collaborated with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide the best possible care for their patients.

Provided health education for the patients' family about the conditions and how to create a supportive environment for the patients to return to for long-term care and recovery.

Maintained a safe environment using monitoring devices and restrains.

Maintained a positive attitude and provide a therapeutic relationship with the patient.

Helped patient’s build self-confidence and desire to overcome the mental handicap.

Prepared care plans and worked with the families of the patients.

Administered correct medications, monitoring the results of medicated and non-medicated treatments.

FEBRUARY 2012 – FEBRUARY 2017

MEDICAL SURGICAL REGISTERED NURSE, CHARGE NURSE

HAMPTON VA MEDICAL CENTER, VIRGINIA

Assessed need for, ordered, obtained interpreted appropriate lab tests.

Chronic patient care in med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitoring for 8-12 hours patients per shift.

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.

Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.

Oversaw and managed 8 hours clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Pharmacological and non-pharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and

diseases.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,

Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Increased unit productivity for a 34-bed medical/ surgical unit.

Developed and produced all office flyer notifications for important policy changes, office news and events.

Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.

Closely monitored acute conditions.

Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.

Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals

participating in clinical trials.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate outstanding healthcare teams.

Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias,

asthma, COPD and pneumonia.

Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.

Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.

Delegated staff nurse duties.

Followed infection control procedures.

Trained new staff on quality control procedures.

Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.

Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.

August 2010 to JANUARY 2011

REGISTERED NURSE STAFF NURSE

SENTARA NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER – VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA

Provided nursing care for patient with life-threatening illness, including acute myocardial infarction, acute congestive failure, drug overdose, disseminated intravascular coagulopathy.

Organized and led 4 hours support groups per 8 hours in subjects related to physical and emotional health to ensure long-term patient well-being.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer,

Alzheimer's and Paget's disease.

Self-directed with acute judgment skills.

Processed monthly reports for department performance.

Closely monitored acute conditions.

Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Developed and implemented nursing care plans.

Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for

improvement.

Delegated staff nurse duties.

Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels.

Assisted patients with daily functions.

Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.

10/2018

DEGREE TITLE, BSN. GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA.

GPA : 3.69

05/2001

Associate of nursing, school of nursing and midwifery, zaria, kaduna, nigeria.

General nursing.

· Patient evaluation/intervention

· Professional bedside manner

· Problem resolution capability

· Thorough physical assessments

· Patient positioning competency

· Foley catheter insertion/removal familiarity

· Insulin medication assistance

· Proper catheter insertion/removal

· Chest pain management expert

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· Strong clinical judgment

· Patient counseling professional

· Dedicated hospice care provider

· Palliative care awareness

· Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines

· Successfully directs staff meetings

· High level of autonomy

· Acute care expertise

· In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy

· Patient /family focused.