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Helen Hamilton

Professional Summary

Well-rounded, experienced and personable nurse, proudly offering more than 35 years expertise in nursing field. Patient-oriented Nurse with diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and to ensure quality care is provided.

Work History

Compassus Hospice - Hospice Nurse

Yuma, AZ

02/2021 - 08/2022

CalvertHealth Medical Center - Nurse Clinical Coordinator Prince Frederick, MD

12/2015 - 06/2020

CalvertHealth Medical Center - Critical Care Registered Nurse Prince Frederick, MD

12/2007 - 06/2020

Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.

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Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement comfort care.

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Taught and educate family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.

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Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

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Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

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● Provided comprehensive administrative support to department staff. Led physicians, nurses and healthcare teams in providing punctual, professional care delivery.

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Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.

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● Developed and adjusted work schedules for nursing staff. adwfuc@r.postjobfree.com

443-***-****

1612 Wood Thrush Drive Murrells

Inlet, SC 29576

Skills

Critical Care Assessments and

Management

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● Pre- Op, Post- Op management

● Sedation Management

● Ventilator Management

● Operational Standards

● Life-Sustaining Machines

● Expert in IV insertions

● ACLS

● PALS

● BLS

Education

03/1984

Riverside College

Bacolod City, Philippines

Bachelor of Science: Nursing

Certifications

BLS, ACLS, PALS certificates

MARYLAND RN LICENSURE: R111179

Shah Associates, MD - Registered Nurse, Endoscopy

Prince Frederick, MD

12/1995 - 12/2007

Calvert Memorial Hospital - Telemetry Registered Nurse Prince Frederick, MD

08/1992 - 12/1995

St Mary's Nursing Center - Geriatric Nurse

Leonardtown, MD

02/1988 - 08/1992

Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver optimal patient outcomes.

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Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.

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● Performed timely resuscitation and stabilization of acutely ill patients. Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.

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Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.

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Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.

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Assisted patients to maintain current understanding of conditions and presentations.

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Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.

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● Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols. Conducted pre-op calls to review specific instructions prior to surgery and post-op calls to improve patient satisfaction, answer questions and address new or worsening symptoms.

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● Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures.

● Recovered patient from anesthesia to perform discharge teaching. Performed patient assessment, VS monitoring, IV insertion and other routine procedures and documented in electronic medical record to support interdisciplinary care.

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● Educated patients on procedures and facility processes. Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

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● Managed care from admission to discharge.

Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, cardiac monitoring and airway management.

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Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.

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Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

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Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well- coordinated treatment approaches.

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Afable Medical Center - Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit Olongapo, Subic Naval Base, Philippines

10/1984 - 01/1986

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

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● Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy. Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia and long term disabilities.

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● Give medications according to facility's policies. Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

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Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

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Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.

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Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

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Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

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Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

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Additional Information

Maryland RN Licensure: R111179

( Compact License )

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