Liezl Parker, BSN, RN
Lorton
Summary
Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with 19 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Medical Surgical specialty.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
ComForCare Home Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive assessments of client status, including physical, psychosocial, and environmental parameter.
- Develop an individualized care for each client that incorporates analysis of data current scientific findings.
- Provide interventions with a focus on achieving realistic client outcomes.
- Report changes to update plan of care to reflect progress towards goals and outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Triage
Otolaryngology Associates
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Assess and resolve patient problems via the Triage Phone System while working collaboratively with practice providers.
- Receive and review phone calls, assess the patient's chart notes from prior visits, consulting with the appropriate provider for answers, solutions, and guidance.
- Interfaces with patients regarding questions, prescription refill/prior authorization, test results, and appropriate appointment assignments.
- Obtain la results each day, informs providers of results and follow up with further treatment as directed.
Clinical Supervisor, General Surgery/Medical Unit
George Washington University Hospital
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Served as a liaison between clinical staff and administration to address concerns and optimize workflows.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and clinical interventions.
- Lead and directed team of clinical personnel and support staff
- Conducted performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for development and implementing targeted training programs.
- Organized professional development workshops for clinical staff, keeping them abreast of latest healthcare innovations and practices.
- Responded to patient complaints and concerns, restoring trust and maintaining clinic reputation for quality care.
- Strengthened compliance with healthcare regulations through rigorous oversight and continuous education of clinical staff.
- Fostered collaborative environment, encouraging interdisciplinary teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical records and procedures.
- Implemented performance improvement initiatives focused on enhancing client experience and service quality.
- Utilized various outcome measures in order to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Monitored adherence to ethical guidelines among clinical staff members, supporting their ongoing professional growth while maintaining high quality care standards.
- Facilitate hiring of qualified personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
Registered Nurse, General Surgery/Medical Unit
George Washington University Hospital
11.2011 - 09.2016
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, Surgical Orthopedic/Bariatric
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse, General Surgery/Medical Unit
Holy Cross Hospital
04.2001 - 05.2008
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2000
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Taking vitals
- Precepting
- EMR Systems
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tube feedings
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Plan Development
- Nursing staff leadership
- Emergency Response
LICENSURE
Virginia RN license: 0001230639
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
ComForCare Home Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Triage
Otolaryngology Associates
09.2019 - 06.2023
Clinical Supervisor, General Surgery/Medical Unit
George Washington University Hospital
09.2016 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse, General Surgery/Medical Unit
George Washington University Hospital
11.2011 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse, Surgical Orthopedic/Bariatric
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
05.2011 - 10.2011
Registered Nurse, General Surgery/Medical Unit
Holy Cross Hospital
04.2001 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Howard University
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