Pamela Atwood

delivering and coordinating clinically competent treatment for a designated patient group, including planning, assessment, intervention, and evaluation. follows established guidelines to evaluate and manage patients' reactions to home dialysis training and treatment therapy.

When necessary, they also report patient-related concerns to the doctor. This role contributes to quality improvement initiatives, education, leadership, and decision-making processes to improve contributes to quality improvement initiatives, education, leadership, and decision-making processes to improve patient care outcomes and facility operations as a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team.

• Delivered patient care in a fast-paced dialysis environment.
• Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress regularly.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans.
• Educated patients on treatment options and lifestyle changes.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices.
• Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and policies.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
• Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
• Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
• Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
• Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
• Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
• Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
• Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
• Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
• Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.