Fabia J Hinds-Bertrand, RN 8515 Ave N Brooklyn, NY 11236 fjhinds@live.com 917-756-6675
Profile
Registered Professional Nurse utilizing primary nursing as the model of patient care delivery, efficient in coordinating, managing and providing safe quality care. Responsibly collaborate and communicate with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery.
Employment
Valucare Inc. New York September 2011 to Present
Registered Nurse
- Perform independent health assessments and skilled nursing observations of individuals and their families.
- Evaluate patient’s physical, mental, social and environmental health status and provide nursing intervention based on assessment.
- Perform a complete health history and evaluation by assessing, monitoring and documenting vital signs, heart and lung auscultation, intake and output, consciousness and orientation levels.
- Provide case management for patients by developing care plans, collaborating with other health care providers and referring patients if necessary.
- Intervene in emergency situation by notifying proper authorities such as police, physicians, child protective agency and medical personnel.
- Administer medication and provide appropriate teaching.
- Evaluate Home Health Aid competency.
- Preceptor to other registered nurses.
Clinical Experience/Practicum January 2008 to June 2011
Student Nurse twice a week at Kings County Hospital Center, Maimonides Medical Center, NY Methodist Medical Center and Visiting Nurse Services of New York
- Performed assessment and reassessment of clients
- Monitored and documented vital signs
- Administered medications with instructor’s supervision
- Assisted with ambulation, range of motion and safety measures
- Assisted clients with feeding and provided education on nutrition
- Communicated the plan of care effectively to clients and significant others
- Interacted with clients on a one-on-one basis
- Assisted with daily living tasks to help clients regain and improve their functional abilities
- Assisted with admission and discharge of clients
- Perform home visits as recommended
- Teach medication usage and side effects
- Assess clients understanding of prescribed treatment
Education and Licensure
New York City College of Technology (CUNY) Brooklyn, NY
RN to Bachelors of Science in Nursing Expected in May 2013 New York City College of Technology (CUNY) Brooklyn, NY
Associate in Applied Science Nursing June 2011
NYS License: Registered Professional Nurse, August 2011
BCLS/AED, First Aid and CPR
Certified in the American Red Cross Fire and Burn Safety
CPI Certified
Skills
Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure and communicating ideas effectively
Exhibits sensitivity, maturity and flexibility in coping with difficult situations
Affiliations
Nurse researcher for a pharmaceutical company
