Elvira Ahkothe
Bellevue
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with comprehensive background in patient care and acute medical settings. Successfully managed diverse patient cases, demonstrating knack for quick decision-making and compassionate care. Proven ability to utilize advanced nursing techniques and foster supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Bellevue Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, utilizing critical thinking to assess and respond effectively.
- Mentored junior nurses by sharing best practices and providing guidance on clinical procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at elevating standards of care within the department.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
Telephone Triage Nurse
Methodist Physicians Clinic
10.2019 - Current
- Assessed patient symptoms and provided appropriate guidance for care through telephonic consultation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient management and follow-up.
- Educated patients on treatment options and preventive measures to enhance health outcomes.
- Streamlined triage processes, improving response times and patient satisfaction ratings.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate telephone triage services.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care, making necessary referrals when needed.
- Triaged patients by reviewing symptoms and advising on best treatment plan to facilitate patient care while minimizing impact on healthcare system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05-2018
High School Diploma -
Del Rio High School
Del Rio, TX05-2010
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric nursing
- Cardiac care
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Care planning
Certification
- Certified BLS- expires 2026
- Certified PALS- expires 2026
- Certified ACLS - expires 2026
- NIHSS Certified - expires 2026
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Bellevue Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Telephone Triage Nurse
Methodist Physicians Clinic
10.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Southwest Texas Junior College
High School Diploma -
Del Rio High School