Jane Muchina

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Mp Shah Hospital

3 2016 - Current

Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
Assisted with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Streamlined nursing workflows by effectively delegating tasks to ancillary staff according to scope of practice guidelines.
Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

High School Diploma -

Associate of Science - Stoma, Wound And Continence Care

Associate of Science - Critical Care Nursing

Skills

Personal Information

Id and Passport

Certification

Interests

References

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Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

High School Diploma -

Associate of Science - Stoma, Wound And Continence Care

Associate of Science - Critical Care Nursing

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