Beverly Kwashie
The Bronx, New York,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented RN Staff Nurse with experience in administering treatments and monitoring vital signs. Proficient in patient education and collaboration, ensuring high standards of patient safety and care. Seeking to leverage clinical judgment and critical thinking skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Developed critical care and patient management skills in fast-paced clinical setting, focusing on providing high-quality patient care and maintaining safety standards. Skilled in effective communication, patient education, and team collaboration. Seeking to transition to new field, leveraging these transferable attributes to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Lincoln Hospital Center
05.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition and reporting to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment regimens.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
- Administered vaccinations and conducted health screenings for early detection of illnesses or diseases among patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Lehman College, CUNY
250 Bedford Park BLVD W, Bronx, NY 10468 06-2026
Skills
- Mental health care
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric nursing
- Delegation and motivation
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Patient safety
- Infection control
- Clear patient communication
- Vitals monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Specimen collection
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Lincoln Hospital Center
05.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Lehman College, CUNY