Shanakaye Evans

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital

Brandon, FL

05.2021 - Current

Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members.
Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or signs of trauma.
Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, and evaluating safety concerns.
Assessed patients and assisted in devising treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
Communicated with patients to ascertain feelings and need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information
Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections.
Utilized wheelchairs and hospital beds to transfer patients.
Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.