General, Colorectal, and Trauma surgery

Primary and urgent care

• Completed critical head to toe assessments• Practiced asepsis and infection control• Administered medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, intravenous, eye/ear drops and ointments, application of rectal suppositories)• Assisted in patient hygiene (bed bath, use of anti-embolism stockings, oral care, bed shampoo)• Maintained skin integrity and proper wound care (removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning a wound and applying sterile dressing, irrigating sterile wounds)• Encouraged patient activity (turning, log rolling, providing range of motion exercises, proper patient transfer, assisting with ambulation by walker, crutches, and cane, caring for a cast)• Provided comfort to patients (giving back massage, caring for patients under patient controlled analgesia)• Ensured proper nutrition (inserting and removing nasogastric tube, monitoring blood glucose)• Assisted in urinary and bowel elimination (catheterizing male and female urinary bladder, changing and emptying of ostomy pouch, and collection of urine or stool specimen)• Monitored patient oxygenation (using a pulse oximeter, teaching use of incentive spirometer, collecting sputum specimen, administering oxygen via different delivery systems)• Maintained patients’ fluid and electrolyte balance (starting an IV infusion, monitoring IV site, administering blood transfusions)• Participated in cardiovascular care (performing basic life support)• Assured patient safety• Documented in MedHost Electronic Health Record

• Managed and recovered patients undergoing General, Neurological, Orthopedic, Plastic, and Gynecologic Surgery, both inpatient and outpatient.• Provided patient care according to the hospital processes, policies, and procedures.• Assessed patient's condition and monitored post-surgical recovery.• Monitored MAP, BP, arterial pressure and other vital signs, provided care of arterial and central venous lines.• Ensured stability of patients' vital signs and administered medication when appropriate.• Implemented post-surgical treatment plan and provided a detailed report to med/surg nurse for patient transfer.• Recognized clinical abnormalities then communicated with the anesthesiologist in reference to diagnosing and treating of clinical problems.• Managed patient care analgesia for pain management.• Established safe and caring environment for patients.• Educated and supported patient and family on the post-op care of the patient.• Documented all aspects of patient care in the EHR according to hospital policy.• Ensure care provided is in accordance with standards established by the Nursing Service Department, and other regulatory agencies.• Reviewed patient charts for quality and assurance.

• Completed critical head to toe assessments• Practiced asepsis and infection Control• Administered medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, intravenous, eye/ear drops and ointments, application of rectal suppositories)• Assisted in patient hygiene (bed Bath, use of anti-embolism stockings, oral care, bed shampoo)• Maintained skin integrity and proper wound care (removing sutures, caring for postoperative drains, cleaning a wound and applying sterile dressing, irrigating sterile wounds)• Encouraged patient activity (turning, log rolling, providing range of motion exercises, proper patient transfer, assisting with ambulation by walker, crutches, and cane, caring for a cast)• Provided comfort to patients (giving back massage, caring for patients under patient controlled analgesia)• Ensured proper nutrition (inserting and removing nasogastric tube, monitoring blood glucose)• Assisted in urinary and bowel elimination (catheterizing male and female urinary bladder, changing and emptying of ostomy pouch, and collection of urine or stool specimen)• Monitored patient oxygenation (using a pulse oximeter, teaching use of incentive spirometer, collecting sputum specimen, administering oxygen via different delivery systems)• Maintained patients’ fluid and electrolyte balance (starting an IV infusion, monitoring IV site, administering blood transfusions)• Participated in cardiovascular care (performing basic life support)• Assured patient safety• Documented in Meditech Electronic Health Record

Performed and documented preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative assessments to individualize patient care to children, adolescents, adults and geriatric clients.Provided patient and family education appropriate to the client's diagnoses and condition.Identified significant changes or high-risk situations in patients' progress of treatment.Assisted with various treatments, such as IV therapy, medication administration, wound therapy, splinting, etc

Performed and documented preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative assessments to individualize patient care to children, adolescents, adults and geriatric clients.Provided patient and family education appropriate to the client's diagnoses and condition.Identified significant changes or high-risk situations in patients' progress of treatment.Assisted with various treatments, such as IV therapy, medication administration, wound therapy, splinting, etc

Assisted people of various ages and diagnoses by monitoring vital signs, dispensing oral, intramuscular and subcutaneous medications as needed.Demonstrated patient teaching about POE's and education about medication.Conducted head-t0-toe physical assessments and prioritized needs and care of multiple patients by producing nursing care plans.Adapted the holistic caring process to plan and implemented care for individuals and families.Additional ExperienceUsage of Encompass Electronic Health Record Essentia Health

Performed personal cares for clients with traumatic brain injuries.Assisted clients with activities of daily living.Transported and accompanied clients on public outings and activities. Dispensed and administered oral and topical medications as needed.

Provided excellent customer service by offering ideas on the selection of clothing and accessories.Handled cash as well as processed payments through credit cards.Responded to customer queries and updated latest upcoming dress to customers.Performed responsibilities of cleaning the store to make it appear in an appealing and presentable manner.

Provided nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming in accordance with established care plan.Protected and promoted resident rights and assisted the person to maintain independence.Ensured the safety and wellbeing of the residents is maintained.Measured and recorded patient's fluid intake and output.