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Tampa, Florida, United States

Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and patients including multidisciplinary collaboration to manage patient care. Conduct initial and periodic assessments for care managed population. Implement care plans and resource allocation to address patient needs. Partner with medical staff and leadership to optimize clinical and financial outcomes. Promote patient self-management and empower patients and their families. Maintain knowledge of payer requirements and regulations.

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Manage care of seven children, ages newborn to ten years old, including a child with a disability. Established and maintain routine for meals, naps, and activities to promote structure while remaining adaptable to changing needs. Administer medication and provide any necessary medical care. Communicate with parents regarding concerns and develop clear resolution plans

Santa Monica, Ca; Weston, Fl; St. Louis, Mo

Worked in a high-acuity, fast-paced stepdown units, providing care to patients with diverse medical and surgical conditions. Administered necessary medications, treatments, and procedures while ensuring patients' comfort and safety with close monitoring and specialized interventions. Collaborated closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and ancillary departments to optimize patient care and outcomes and maintain a positive work environment. Supported staff development through mentorship and education, enhancing overall unit performance. Maintained strict adherence to hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines, contributing to excellent patient care outcomes. Assumed charge nurse responsibilities, overseeing daily operations, resource allocation, and staff support. Contributed to quality assurance programs, actively collecting and reporting data for performance metrics and compliance with hospital regulations and requirements. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advanced medical technologies and evidence- based nursing practices.

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' cardiac health, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and EKG interpretations. Administered medications, including anticoagulants, antiarrhythmics, and other cardiac-specific drugs, following physicians' orders. Assisted patients in their post-cardiac procedure recovery, ensuring proper wound care, chest tube management, and cardiac device monitoring (e.g. pacemakers). Collaborated closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans. Provided patients and their families with comprehensive education on cardiac conditions, treatment options, medication management, and lifestyle modifications. Demonstrated exceptional clinical critical thinking skills in assessing and managing cardiac patients, facilitating improved patient outcomes. Contributed to hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives, actively participating in data collection and reporting to enhance patient care.

Kansas City, Kansas, United States

Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating, and transferring. Monitored and recorded vital signs, escalating care as necessary. Supported medical and nursing staff with medical interventions within scope of care. Documented patient information securely and according to protocol. Interdisciplinary collaboration with allied staff to ensure high-level delivery of patient safety and care.

Minnetonka, Minnesota, United States

Provided direct care to residents with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, and mobility. Monitored residents’ vital signs and escalated care if necessary. Assisted residents with medication administration under supervision of licensed nurse. Maintained a clean and safe environment including ensuring proper infection control measures. Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize care and implement individualized care plans for residents. Adhered to policies and procedures and maintained current knowledge of practices by attending continuing education opportunities.