Patience Alexander
Tunapuna
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive oncology experience at North Central Regional Health Authority. Skilled in patient management and medication administration, I excel in providing holistic care while fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Committed to continuous learning and infection control, I enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective care planning.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Oncology
North Central Regional Health Authority
06.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
- Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and maintaining clean workspaces.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to appropriate personnel promptly.
- Prepared patients for chemotherapy
- Educated patients on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Adapted quickly to dynamic environments, prioritizing tasks based on patient needs.
- Engaged in continuous learning through training programs and hands-on experiences.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Oncology
UWI School of Nursing
Couva Hospital09-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Basic General Nursing
COSTAATT
Sutton Street San Fernando11-2012
Skills
- Basic Computer literacy in Microsoft
- Knowledge of Cancers
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Open to learning new systems, policies and procedures
- Documentation and charting
- Licensed RN
- Palliative care awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Patient relations
- Staff supervision
- Relationship building
- Maintaining privacy and confidentiality
- Physical assessments
- Patient management
- Care planning
- Patient monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
Timeline
Registered Nurse Oncology
North Central Regional Health Authority
06.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Oncology
UWI School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Basic General Nursing
COSTAATT
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