BT BETTY TWYMAN

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North Las Vegas, NV 89031

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

ACCOMPLISHME

NTS

Collaborated with team of HUD-VASH Nurses to improve the Function Statement to ensure nurses are working within their scope . Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Commendation Karis Award

SKILLS Patient Condition Monitoring

Patient Examination

Accurate Documentation

Medication Administration

Blood Draw and Sample

Collection

Clear Patient Communication

Immunizations and

Vaccinations

Crisis Prevention Intervention

Diet and Nutrition

Monitoring Vital Signs

Abuse and Neglect Reporting

Student Precepting

WORK HISTORY HUD-VASH Case Manager VA Medical Center - 06/2014 - 09/2020 North Las Vegas, Nevada

Salary 89,499 per year

Hours per week 40

Make regular home visit to assess patient's ability to maintain themselves in safe environment that promote sobriety, physical and mental wellbeing.,

Provide nursing care to mentally challenge patients about their problems and discussed best way to plan and deliver their care Ensured correct administration of medication, including injections, and monitored results of treatment

Implemented 'de-escalation' techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior

Participated in group and one-to-one therapy sessions, both individually and with other health professionals

Helped in developing patients' social skills

Responsible for administering psychiatric medications and monitoring side effects

Assess, document and provide interventions to suicidal patients. Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans

Documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.

Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.

Registered Nurse Supervisor St Joseph Transitional 07/2012 - 04/2014 Rehabilitation Center - Las Vegas, NV

Salary: 51,843.00 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 36

Supervising nursing staff and their day-to-day duties on behalf of senior management.

Ensuring that patients receive quality healthcare. Performing administrative duties, including scheduling nursing staff shifts.

Expediting issues of concern to senior administrators on call. Liaising with patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.

Updating records and communicating information to relevant departments.

Providing nursing staff with clinical instructions, advice, or guidance, when required.

Managed care from admission to discharge

Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management

Correctional Registered Nurse Nevada Department 08/2006 - 01/2014 Of Corrections - Indian Springs, NV

Salary 80,000 per year

Hours per week 40

Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.

Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.

Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

REGISTERED NURSE CLARK COUNTY DETENTION 01/2005 - 08/2006 CENTER - Las Vegas, United States

, Salary: 63,360.00 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Making assessments of patient status

Providing emergency patient care

Maintaining accurate documentation of treatments

Coordinating referrals

Maintaining safe and secure environment

Perform wellness check-ups on inmates

Perform intake screenings

Review inmate medical records

Interview and educate inmates

Assist inmates through drug detox

Assistance Directory of Nursing Cheyenne 06/2004 - 01/2005 Residential Nursing Care - Las Vegas, United States Salary: 50,000 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.

Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.

Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.

Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions. Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.

Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.

Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions

Oncology Staff Registered Nurse University Medical 04/2004 - 08/2004 Center - Las Vegas, United States

Salary: 22.00 USD Per Hour

Hours per week: 40

Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.

Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.

Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans. Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches. Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.

Administered medications to 5 patients and monitored response to medications.

LVN Floor Nurse VA Medical Center - San Diego, 01/1991 - 06/2004 CA

San Diego VA Healthcare

Salary: 45,000 USD Per Year

Hours per week: 40

Assist Physician during patient examination and procedures Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.

Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.

Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities.

Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.

Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.

Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures. Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management. Skilled in setting up and operating specialize medical equipment such as as cardiac monitoring devices, EKG unit, oxygen analyzer, IVAC, and Bladder Scan

Perform complex wound care and dressing changes, NTG, Colostomy care, foley insertion, Trach care, intravenous fluid administration Assess patient care needs and advise on changes in patient status Communicate orally and in writing with diverse group of individuals. Work independently; uses good judgment in application of nursing process to plan and implement care

Dedicated to providing highest quality of care to each patient in order to achieve patient's goal

Assess patient discharge needs and present patient to interdisciplinary team.

EDUCATION Chamberlain College of Nursing, Albany,NY 02/2016 Bachelor of Science: Nursing

Excelsior College, Albany, NY 05/2003

Associate of Science

Pacific Coast College Chula Vista, Chula Vista, CA 09/1991 Nursing LVN Certificate

Dean's List 1991

Awarded Perfect Attendance 1991

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