Registered Nurse Quality Assurance
Resume:
Erica L. Snow, RN Objective
Cir. Apt 204
Canton, Michigan.
48187
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To obtain a Registered Nurse position in the health care
industry with an emphasis on educating patients while
achieving excellent outcomes in patient care.
Professional Experience
Clinical Coordinator/Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
9/2013-Present, DaVita Dialysis Detroit, MI.
Perform daily charge nurse responsibilities i.e. monitoring
the care provided by registered nurses and
certified dialysis technicians, to ensure that dialysis
therapies are met to safely and effectively care for each
patient.
Monitor Infection Control practices in the clinical setting
to ensure that all Policies and Procedures
are being followed by each teammate.
Complete monthly tracking and reporting of all infections
within the clinic via NHSN and the CDC. Conduct monthly
Infection Control Audits on all teammates and the clinic
environment.
Conduct weekly in services with all teammates along with
monthly educational teaching for all patients and
family.
Participate in monthly FHM (Facility Health Meeting) with
the interdisciplinary team (i.e. Medical Director, Facility
Administrator, Social worker, Dietician and Biomed).
Participate in monthly Governing Body meetings and clinic
decisions.
Registered Nurse Hemodialysis
2/2008- 9/2013, Henry Ford Health System/ Greenfield Health
Systems Detroit, MI.
Performed daily charge nurse responsibilities which
included, monitoring the care provided by registered nurses
and certified dialysis technicians. Monitored and adjusted
dialysis therapies to meet the needs of each patient.
Responded and participated in emergency codes on the
dialysis unit. Served as a referral source for all
patients, along with contributing to on-going patient
education.
Functioned as a part of the interdisciplinary team by
developing nursing care plans for patients.
Participated in Interdisciplinary team meetings with
Physicians, dietary, social work, patients and families.
Document nursing care and observations (e.g. pre and post
assessments, complications, and the completion of dialysis
treatments) via QCS computerized charting.
Dispensed medications to patients on a daily basis. Perform
blood drawing procedures (e.g. monthly and mid-month labs,
kinetic modeling, HGB & HCT, etc.). Cannulated patients
with fistulas and grafts to deliver efficient dialysis
treatments.
Performed patient chart audits and tracking patient
immunizations for the clinic.
Participated in monthly QA (Quality Assurance) meetings,
along with JCAHO and CMS surveys on the unit. Highly
involved in staff development and employee engagement
projects on the unit.
Registered Nurse Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit
8/2007-2/2008 Henry Ford Health System Detroit, MI.
Monitored and documented ICP/CPP and CSF outputs every
hour, along with vital signs. Performed neurological checks
on all ICU patients. Set-up and monitored ventriculostomy
devices.
Performed venipuncture and daily blood draws using arterial
lines. Dispensed medications via NG tube, peg tubes, and
titrated medications using a Baxter pump.
Performed suctioning on mechanically ventilated patients
and trach care. Performed sterile dressing changes at CVP
sites.
Transported patients off the unit for tests/procedures
(e.g. CAT scan, MRI, and Angiograph). Routinely cared for
Gift of Life patients in the ICU setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
August 2007 Wayne State University Detroit, MI.
Current BLS certification
Certification with American Lung Association Tuberculin
Skin Test
(Administer and Interpreter of results)
Skills
Six years' experience in the field of nursing as a
Hemo[pic]dialysis nurse.
Demonstrate strong leadership skills and teamwork
abilities.
Profound ability to plan, manage and organize my day in a
timely manner.
Exceptionally good in patient analysis, assessment and
giving medications.
Great ability to deal with the queries of the patient and
family members.
Proficient in troubleshooting and resolving problems.
In-depth knowledge of the high tech equipment utilized in
the clinical setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the
ability to exhibit.
Proficient in several computers programs (i.e. Microsoft
word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Additional Information
American Heart Association Participant
National Kidney Foundation Participant
Greenfield Health Systems Renal Care Symposium Participant
Henry Ford Health System (AIDET) World Class Customer
Service Training
Involved in CCS Leadership classes through Greenfield
Health System
Willing to relocate nationally for the right opportunity
References available upon request
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