Karen Thompson

Acute care Dialysis Nurse

Administer Medications

Dialysis machine settings and goals

• Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a clinical setting.
• Monitored patient vital signs during dialysis sessions.
• Educated patients on treatment plans and self-care techniques.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care strategies.
• Maintained equipment and ensured proper sanitation protocols.
• Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately.
• Managed inventory of medical supplies for efficient operations.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and procedures related to nephrology services.
• Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
• Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations, and medication details.

• Conducted thorough wound assessments and documented patient progress in medical records.
• Developed individualized care plans based on comprehensive evaluations of patients' wounds.
• Administered advanced wound care treatments using specialized techniques and tools.
• Educated patients and families on effective wound management and prevention strategies.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, comprehensive patient care.
• Classified wounds using staging systems based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.
• Maintained daily communication with charge nurse and staff to coordinate patient care.
• Reviewed electronic health records to analyze patients' wound care history and relevant medical information.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Educated patients on conditions and post-discharge care plans.
• Delivered compassionate end-of-life care while honoring family wishes.
• Recognized cardiopulmonary arrest situations and initiated life-saving measures.
• Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
• Monitored laboratory values to anticipate potential complications.
• Trained new nursing staff and students in critical care best practices.