Rakishia Narcisse
Harvey
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at University Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Adept at managing complex cases and developing individualized treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while promoting a safe healing environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Advanced knowledge of emerging trends in forensic medicine by attending professional conferences, workshops, and seminars regularly.
- Supported families during crisis situations through empathetic listening, emotional support, and guidance on available resources.
- Strengthened patient care by developing individualized treatment plans based on forensic findings and psychological assessments.
- Ensured compliance with relevant state and federal regulations by staying current on legal requirements pertaining to forensic nursing practice.
Registered Nurse
St. Charles Surgery Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dillard University
New Orleans, LA12-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA12-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Care planning
- Pressure Injury Prevention
- Forensic photography
- Sexual assault examination
- Trauma assessment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Charles Surgery Center
05.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
University Medical Center
07.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dillard University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
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