Asa Underwood

•Fully remote

• Chart review for traveling nurses, therapists, aides, radiology technicians, ultrasound technicians, etc

•use of Scout, Teams, and other remote software

• Provided direct care to patients receiving intravenous fluids, medications, and other treatments.
• Monitored patient's vital signs during IV therapy.
• Assessed patient's response to IV therapy and communicated changes in status with physicians and nursing staff.
• Managed multiple infusion pumps simultaneously while providing care to multiple patients.
• Maintained accurate records of all IV fluid infusions and medication administrations.
• Educated patients on the importance of proper hydration and nutrition for optimal health outcomes.
• Performed venipuncture procedures for access to veins for IV therapy.

• Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
• Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
• Performed wound care, dressing changes and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.

• Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
• Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
• Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
• Instructed patients and family members on proper post-operative homecare techniques.
• Provided direct supervision for Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to Medical Surgical Unit.
• Provided holistic care to patients and families facing end-of-life issues.
• Recognized symptoms of pain and distress and implemented appropriate interventions.
• Educated family members on symptom management, end-of-life care options, and the grieving process.
• Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Facilitated referrals for palliative services such as hospice or home health aides.

• Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
• Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
• Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.

• Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
• Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' progress in the medical record.
• Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
• Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care that met patients' needs.
• Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
• Recognized early signs and symptoms of possible complications related to cardiac conditions or treatments and reported them immediately to physician team members.
• Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.

• Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
• Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
• Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.

• Developed care plans and coordinated services for home health patients.
• Provided skilled nursing assessments, interventions, and treatments to homebound patients.
• Conducted patient education regarding disease process and self-care techniques.
• Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of care.
• Administered intravenous medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, nutritionists, therapists and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive patient care.