ANNA PHILIP

* Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

* Recorded details regarding treatments to keep patient charts updated.

• Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
• Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
• Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
• Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
• Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as needed.

• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
• Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
• Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
• Provided patient-centred discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
• Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
• Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.