Baltimore, Maryland, United States
• Provided hands-on care in a high-acuity ICU setting for patients with complex neurological and critical care needs to develop strong assessment skills and execute timely interventions • Gained exposure to advanced neurocritical care equipment including EVDs, ICP monitoring, and continuous EEG to strengthen understanding of invasive monitoring and critical care management
• Facilitated small group tutoring sessions through the use of individualized learning strategies and study methods to enhance student comprehension and academic performance • Foster a collaborative learning environment by encouraging questions and utilizing various instructional methods, such as visual aids, case studies, and practice questions
• Educated new mothers and support persons on topics regarding postpartum perineal care, newborn screening and hearing test, and safety precautions to enhance health literacy and informed care • Performed comprehensive patient care for both the patient and their newborn by monitoring postpartum recovery to identify early maternal or newborn complications and promote positive health outcomes • Assisted patients with ambulation after delivery in addition to performing care for newborns, including diaper changes, swaddling, bathing, and weight checks • Performed vitals according to Standards of Practice and ensure patient rooms are well-stocked with necessary supplies
• Adapted quickly to diverse clinical settings by floating to various departments (ED, ICU, Progressive Care, Cardiac Care, Surgical Acute, Med/Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Trauma/Stroke) within Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Green Hospital to support staffing needs • Assisted patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collected and accurately documented data on EPIC, and prioritized patient comfort and safety • Performed 12-Lead EKGs, bladder scans, and monitored patients on telemetry as needed
• Collaborated with the client’s family, physical, occupational, and speech therapists to provide patient-centered care for a teenager recovering from brain injury and developed personalized exercise plans to improve efficiency and engagement during therapy sessions • Advocated for use of assistive communication technology with eye gaze and speech-generating application to promote client’s autonomy and involvement in care • Administered medications and feeds through gastronomy tube according to care plan • Assisted with mobility and transferring along with activities of daily living, such as repositioning, bathing, grooming, and dressing