Elyon James
Staff Nurse
Sungai Petani, Kedah,02
Summary
Compassionate and patient-centered ICU Staff Nurse with clinical experience treating critically ill patients. Strong history of delivering empathetic care and providing emotional support to patients throughout treatment and hospital stays. Diligent ICU Staff Nurse with demonstrated success in emerging patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented professional offering support and comfort to patients and families through strong interpersonal and communication skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
ICU Staff Nurse
Island Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Covid patient critical care units.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, optimizing respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Advocated for individualized patient needs within the context of their unique medical histories, preferences, and goals of care.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare professionals to improve continuity of care for ICU patients.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to promptly recognize changes in patient condition, enabling timely interventions.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Effectively utilized electronic health records systems to document all aspects of patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to covid patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging times in the ICU environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered life-saving medications according to physician orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in treatment implementation.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and collaboratively develop treatment strategies.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity for both patients and families.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Increased staff competency by leading educational sessions on critical care procedures and best practices.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Implemented efficient time management strategies to effectively prioritize tasks and optimize patient care delivery.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
Staff Nurse
Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from hospital to home or other facilities.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - ODL Degree in Nursing
International Medical University
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 12.2023 - Current
No Degree - Diploma in Nursing
Adventist Nursing College
Penaga, Penang, Malaysia 07.2018 - 07.2021
Skills
Medication Administration
undefinedTimeline
Bachelor of Science - ODL Degree in Nursing
International Medical University
12.2023 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
Island Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2024
Staff Nurse
Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur
12.2020 - 12.2022
No Degree - Diploma in Nursing
Adventist Nursing College
07.2018 - 07.2021
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