Dylan Prestridge
Pineville
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Heart Team
Rapides Regional Medical Center
05.2011 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeon and anesthesiologist to manage circulatory and respiratory functions of patients during and after cardiac surgery.
- Educated patients prior to surgery regarding what to expect, how to treat pain and which side effects could occur.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
Transporter
Rapides Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 05.2011
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained accurate logs of patient trips and submitted documentation at end of shift.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Assisted patients in using oxygen tanks and other medical equipment to manage smooth transition from hospital to designated location.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Operated stretchers and carefully followed all safety protocols and procedures.
Education
Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA05-2011
Skills
- Precepting
- Medical assessment
- Lab result interpretation
- Nursing staff leadership
- Licensed RN
- Medical records management
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Heart Team
Rapides Regional Medical Center
05.2011 - Current
Transporter
Rapides Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 05.2011
Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
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