Heather Cardwell

Obtain patient's medical history and medications and provide pre-operative instructions for patient's prior to surgery.

Providing education to nursing staff regarding all aspects nursing and compliance.

• Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
• Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
• Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.