Skills

Summary of expertise include:

Strong analytical skills, capable of assessing conditions and implementing appropriate intervention.

Resourceful problem solver capable of implementing solutions to complex problems.

Possess special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations.

Develop rapport with patients, family, staff and physicians.

Relate well to people from a variety of cultures.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft word and excel.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Field Nurse

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey – Trenton, NJ 2014 to Present

Responsibilities

Assess patients clinical need against established guidelines for Medical Day Care and Personal Care Assistance

Evaluate the necessity, appropriateness and efficiency of medical services and procedures provided

Documents accurately and comprehensively based on standards of practice and current organization policies

Interacts and communicates with multidisciplinary teams

Completes other assigned functions and tasks as requested by management

Completes assigned mandatory classes within required time frame

Accomplishments

Achieving a 98 % or better on chart audits performed by supervisor

Received thank you points for Assisting co- workers with assignments

Managed time effectively to complete all assignments and mandatory training

Skills Used

Team player

Problem solving

Written and Oral communication and organizational skills

Great rapport and compassion with members and family

Licensed Practical Nurse

Brandywine Assisted Living – Pennington 2011 to 2014

Assessed and evaluated patients and planned Implemented appropriate care

Provided direct patient care services as outlined in Brandywine\'s clinical care protocols

Administered medications, treatment and care procedures with a focus on patient safety and comfort

Advised family members and physicians on patient progress and symptoms respectively

Prepared required transfer documentation in accordance with patient privacy and best healthcare industry practices

Completed written and electronic medical record documentation in an accurate and timely manner

Licensed Practical Nurse

Genesis Healthcare Center – Monmouth Junction, NJ 2007 to 2011

Implemented patient care for 25 patients in a geriatrics facility.

Assisting with patient admissions and discharges.

Assess patient status and notify physicians or emergency services of clinical changes.

Interact and collaborate with departments regarding patient care.

Educate patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options and next steps.

Provide assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of CNAs.

Evaluate and organize staffing requirements including floor assignments.

Maintaining patient charts and confidential files.

Staff Nurse

Rose hill assisted living – Robbinsville, NJ 2003 to 2007

Responsible for up to 20 patients in an assisted living environment.

Performed clinical tasks according to hospital policies.

Assisted in the orientation of new staff members.

Assessed patient conditions and advised of changes in status.

Monitored and maintained patient charts.

Assisted patients and family members in the education of health care needs.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Reformed Church Home – Woodbridge, NJ 2001 to 2003

Provided quality patient care for 25 patients in Nursing home environment.

Assisted with the admittance and discharge of patients.

Performed clinical tasks according to facility policies.

Assessed patient conditions and advised of changes in status.

Monitored and maintained patient charts.

Assisted patients and family members in the education of health care needs.

EDUCATION

Associate in Science in Nursing

Mercer County Community College – West Windsor, NJ 2013

Middlesex County Vo-Tech – East Brunswick, NJ 2001

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