Mary Appiah
Rome
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Burgess Square Healthcare Centre
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
StoryPoint Senior Living
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Burgess Square Healthcare Centre
03.2010 - 08.2018
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westmont Convalescent Center
08.2006 - 01.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Tinley Park, IL09.2021
License - Nursing
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL12.2009
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls Secondary
Ghana03.2003
Elementary School - Elementary And Middle School
KNUST Junior Secondary School
01.2000
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient Assessment
- Intravenous therapy
Languages
Akan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Burgess Square Healthcare Centre
08.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
StoryPoint Senior Living
12.2020 - 07.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Burgess Square Healthcare Centre
03.2010 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Westmont Convalescent Center
08.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
License - Nursing
College of DuPage
High School Diploma -
Kumasi Girls Secondary
Elementary School - Elementary And Middle School
KNUST Junior Secondary School
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