Deborah Criss

• Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
• Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and preventative care strategies.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and improve service delivery.
• Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate caregiving environment.
• Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans based on clinical assessments and feedback.
• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
• Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

• Administered patient assessments and recorded vital signs to support care team in providing quality healthcare.
• Assisted with patient intake processes, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient workflow in busy clinic environment.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans for diverse patient populations.
• Educated patients on medication management and health maintenance to promote adherence and improve outcomes.
• Managed electronic health records, updating patient information for compliance and improved access to data.
• Monitored patient progress, documenting changes to inform clinical decisions and enhance treatment effectiveness.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
• Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
• Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
• Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
• Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
• Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
• Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
• Promoted patient safety and comfort during office visits by attentively monitoring their condition and promptly addressing any concerns or discomforts expressed.
• Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
• Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
• Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
• Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
• Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
• Implemented infection control measures throughout the office environment to maintain a safe atmosphere for both staff members and patients alike.
• Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Participated in continuing education opportunities for professional development purposes while staying apprised of industry best practices and emerging healthcare trends.
• Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice by offering insights based on clinical expertise and patient feedback analysis.
• Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
• Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
• Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
• Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
• Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.

• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to inform care adjustments.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans by collaborating with healthcare teams and families.
• Educated patients and caregivers on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards during patient interactions.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for seamless communication.
• Conducted home visits to assess patient needs, providing compassionate support in diverse environments.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care delivery processes.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
• Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
• Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
• Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
• Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
• Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
• Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
• Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
• Implemented preventive measures that mitigated the spread of infections among vulnerable patient populations.
• Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
• Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
• Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
• Utilized evidence-based practices in administering nursing care that aligned with industry best practices and promoted positive results.
• Collaborated with other nurses to provide seamless coverage during shift changes ensuring continuity of safe quality patient care.
• Complied with State Department of Health by completing required forms and entering in computer database.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team collaboration for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
• Interpreted lab results and followed physicians orders to prescribe medications or other treatments.
• Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance nursing skills, consistently delivering high-quality patient care.

Was a chart auditor

• Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
• Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
• Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
• Supervised and monitored LPNs and CNAs daily to provide essential training.
• Streamlined communication among healthcare team members, resulting in enhanced efficiency and collaboration.
• Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
• Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
• Observed confidentiality safeguards for all patient-related information.
• Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
• Established realistic, measurable and observable goals consistent with patients' diagnosis.
• Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
• Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
• Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to inform care adjustments.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans by collaborating with healthcare teams and families.
• Educated patients and caregivers on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards during patient interactions.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for seamless communication.
• Conducted home visits to assess patient needs, providing compassionate support in diverse environments.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care delivery processes.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
• Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
• Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
• Implemented preventive measures that mitigated the spread of infections among vulnerable patient populations.

• Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Assisted in daily living activities, providing compassionate care to improve residents' quality of life.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
• Performed routine assessments to track patient progress and report changes to nursing staff.
• Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence protocols.
• Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and facility policies.
• Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer environment for residents and staff.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
• Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
• Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
• Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
• Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

• Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
• Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient independence and comfort.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans for residents.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and care procedures.
• Educated patients and families on health management strategies and resources.
• Implemented infection control protocols to enhance safety and hygiene standards.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
• Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to facility protocols.
• Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow to enhance patient satisfaction and safety standards.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of patient responses.
• Developed and implemented training programs for new staff to promote best practices in nursing care.
• Conducted regular assessments of patient needs, adjusting care plans based on individual requirements.
• Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.

• Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and facility policies.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery efficiency.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
• Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
• Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Monitored and recorded patient vital signs to ensure safety and well-being.
• Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and independence.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
• Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
• Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
• Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
• Assisted in minor surgical procedures, enhancing patient comfort and supporting surgical team efficiency.
• Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
• Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve overall care delivery.
• Led quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for enhancement in nursing procedures and practices.
• Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
• Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
• Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
• Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
• Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
• Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
• Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
• Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of patient responses.
• Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
• Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.