April Bosher
Disputanta,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at US Renalcare, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and effective patient education, enhancing care quality and satisfaction. Actively contributed to infection control measures and improved clinical documentation, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in patient management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
US Renalcare
11.2017 - Current
- Applied critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions according to patient acuity levels and needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Ensured safe medication administration by adhering to guidelines and observing for complications.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Registered Nurse
Southside Reginal Medical Center
08.2015 - 2017
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2015
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Lab result interpretation
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
- Administering immunizations
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
US Renalcare
11.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Southside Reginal Medical Center
08.2015 - 2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
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