Alisha Silver
Durham
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Duke University Medical Center, excelling in emergency response and patient assessment. Proven ability to implement effective care plans and administer medications, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Strong collaborator with a commitment to compliance and patient education, leveraging advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification to enhance care delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Duke University Medical Center
Durham
02.2021 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Patient Service Associate
Duke University Medical Center
Durham
06.2008 - 01.2021
- Provided information to patients regarding billing procedures and payment plans.
- Collaborated with clinical and administrative staff to meet patient needs.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and placed orders as needed.
- Verified documentation methodically to avoid critical errors impacting care delivery and payments for services.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Counselled patients on potential financial liabilities and payment requirements.
- Completed registration procedures for patients, expertly inputting information to meet provider, facility and legal requirements.
- Verified patients' insurance and payment methods during admissions or check-in processes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Watts School of Nursing
Durham, NC12-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Data interpretation
- Patient documentation
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Crisis Prevention Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Duke University Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Patient Service Associate
Duke University Medical Center
06.2008 - 01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Watts School of Nursing
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