Lisa McCraw

Peachtree Centre

12.2014 - Current

Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.

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