Elma Brathwaite
St. Michael
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment while enhancing patient satisfaction through holistic care. Proven ability to mentor new staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans for complex patients.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
02.2007 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Barbados Community College
Howell's Cross Road St. Michael11-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
02.2007 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Barbados Community College
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