Patient Care Mental Health
Resume:
Cherelle Nelson 281-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Compassionate, dedicated, and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in providing exceptional patient care through virtual platforms and expanding healthcare services to remote and underserved areas.
Profile
Proficient in obtaining and interpreting medical histories, conducting physical examinations, and efficiently coordinating with interdisciplinary medical teams to provide optimal care.
Demonstrated success in managing diverse patient populations, including chronic disease management, post-surgical care, and mental health support.
Highly skilled in-patient education and engagement, offering guidance on disease management, medication adherence, and healthy lifestyle practices.
Adept at utilizing telehealth technologies and electronic medical records for efficient patient documentation and secure information exchange.
Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with a knack to ensure positive patient experience and foster strong patient-provider relationships.
Core Expertise
Clinical Assessment Patient Education Health Promotion Patient-Centered Care Patient Monitoring Family & Caregiver Support Medication Management Patient Safety Patient Satisfaction Medication Administration Cross-Functional Collaboration Team Building & Leadership
Professional Background
Kindred Hospital, Houston, TX Jan 2023 to Present
Registered Nurse (BSN) K machines, T machines, and NX-Stage machine)
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for patients. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including nursing assessments, care plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Improve patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing wounds to provide direct patient care.
Ensured policy compliance and optimal outcomes by providing patient care in acute dialysis settings, including ICU, and adherence to isolation precautions.
Managed intraoperative patient monitoring, reported pertinent changes to physicians, and oversaw fluid management while streamlining treatment of electrolyte imbalance, anemia, iron deficiency, and bone disease.
US Renal Home Therapies, Houston, TX May 2014 to Jan 2023
DaVita Dialysis, Humble, TX June 2012 to July 2015
RN / LVN (K machines, T machines, and NX-Stage machine)
Improved patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans by administering oral and IV medications and educating patients and families on dialysis protocol. Worked closely with healthcare team to optimize patient care.
Achieved efficient patient care by performing cannulation, calibrating machine parameters, conducting water quality assessments, monitoring vital signs every 30 minutes, managing inventory, and administering heparin.
Managed comprehensive dialysis care for patients with catheters, fistulas, and grafts while overseeing treatment protocols and achieving optimal outcomes.
Zachary Manor Nursing Home and Rehab, Zachary, LA May 2011 to May 2012
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Ensured seamless implementation of care strategies and maintained efficient record-keeping by collaborating with diverse teams and upholding confidentiality in documentation. Improved patient satisfaction and recovery rates by administering medications, monitoring patient conditions, and providing comprehensive care to informed patients and families.
Streamlined care delivery by managing medical care for senior citizens, including providing comprehensive assessments under RN supervision, leading caseload of over 30 patients, and supervising 3 CNAs.
Our Lady of Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA January 2008 to May 2010
Blood Donor Tech/Certified Nursing Assistant
Conducts pre-donation medical screening in accordance with established FDA guidelines.
Determines Hematocrit (HCT) and Proteins via finger stick and use of the hemostat and refractometer.
Assesses donor suitability and engages in set up, monitor, and disconnect procedures of the plasmapheresis machine and donors.
Performed routine and complex testing in blood bank.
Supported transfusion therapy mainly involves cancer, neonatal and organ transplant patients.
Performed donor processing on apheresis platelets.
Fresenius Kidney Care Westport, Port Allen, LA January 2006 to January 2008
Dialysis Tech
Prepare dialysis machines and equipment, ensuring proper calibration
Perform vascular access procedures, including cannulation
Monitoring patients’ vital signs and fluid balance during dialysis sessions promptly reporting any abnormalities to the nursing staff.
Administer prescribed medications and maintained accurate records.
Implement infection control measures and maintain a clean and sterile environment.
Sterling Place Nursing Home, Baton Rouge, LA January 1999 to January 2006
Certified Nursing Assistant
Provided quality care to patients in a long-term care facility.
Assisted with basic daily activities, such as feeding and bathing patients.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to RN as needed.
Assisted patients with mobility, including transferring to and from wheelchairs.
Acted as a source of comfort and support to patients and their families.
Education & Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Western Governors’ University, Murray, UT, 2023
Associate degree in Nursing Essential School of Nursing, Miami, FL, 2022
Licensed Practical Nurse Capital Area Technical College, Baton Rouge, LA, 2011
Medical Billing & Coder Delta College of Arts & Technology, Baton Rouge, LA, 2001
Certified Nursing Assistant Domestic Health Care Institute, Baton Rouge, LA, 1999
High School Diploma Glen Oaks High, 1998
Certification
RN Licenses LPN/LVN Licenses Certified Nursing Assistant CPR BLS ACLS
Technical Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), EMR System (Clarity, Korus, UKG, ProTouch, Portal)
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