Chakanna Gardiner
New Providence
Summary
Registered nurse with strong experience in delivering quality care to patients. Professional with more than six years of practice in pediatrics, and medical/ surgical nursing. Strong knowledge of medicine, pharmacology and standards of care in the hospital or private practice setting. Caring and reliable person with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients. Committed to making patients more informed and comfortable during their care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Paradise Healthcare Services
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
- Reported general, physical, and mental condition of patients to support care initiatives.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed pain levels, and adjusted care plans as needed to optimize patient comfort and safety.
Registered Nurse
Princess Margaret Hospital
12.2018 - Current
- Recorded information about an average of 100 patients as they recovered from illness in the hospital, such as diet, physical activity, milestones and more.
- Followed a treatment plan and medication schedule ordered by the doctor and assessed patient pain levels during the hospital stay.
- Led an initiative with the hospital to improve patient, family and medical staff communication by conducting community workshops to facilitate suggestions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Bahamas
Naasu, Bah05.2018
Skills
- Patient condition monitoring
- Intravenous pump setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Charting and documentation
- Medication administration
Sample collection
- Wound cleaning/ dressing change (aseptic)
- Invasive devices care (ie IV, catheter, tracheostomy, etc)
- Time management
- Patient oriented
- Teamwork
Relevant Skills
- Dedicated patient advocate, which has me putting the needs and care of the patient above everything else.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, since much of this job requires speaking to patients kindly and discussing care with other medical staff.
- Expert multitasker and highly organized, which makes it easier for me to manage several patients on my caseload at once.
- Respected team player throughout my career, equipping me with the right mindset to want to offer anything I can to help improve patient outcomes.
- Excellent sense of integrity and honesty when dealing with sensitive subjects and situations related to patients.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
Languages
English
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Hobbies and Interests
During my days off, I enjoy basking in nature and new adventures as well as self care. I have also taken an interest in massage therapy. I also value and enjoy family time.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Paradise Healthcare Services
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Princess Margaret Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Bahamas
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