Onisha Wiggins
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Adept at palliative care and chronic disease management, my tenure at Emed Primary Care enhanced patient outcomes through innovative health promotion and disease prevention education. Leveraging strong clinical assessment abilities and a knack for medical charting, I excel in creating therapeutic interventions within HIPAA guidelines, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner Student
Mobile Medical- Carneisha Myles
2024.05 - Current
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
Registered Nurse
Vivo Healthcare of University
2023.05 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Harts Harbor Health Care Center
2019.05 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2024.03 - 2024.05
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers and mental health professionals.
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
- Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2023.08 - 2023.10
- Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers and mental health professionals.
- Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Consulate Health Care
2019.05 - 2021.02
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
2019.05 - 2020.02
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Catherine's Labour Manor
2014.12 - 2018.06
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
South University
Online08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, Florida10.2021
Practical Nursing -
Concorde Career College
Jacksonville, Florida03.2019
Skills
- Palliative Care
- Disease Prevention
- Chronic Disease Management
- Health Promotion
- Clinical assessment
- Medical Charting
- Therapeutic Interventions
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Disease Prevention Education
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Infection Control
- Health Care Evaluation
Affiliations
- Florida Nurses Association
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Florida, PN5239778 Exp. 7/31/2025
- Registered Nurse, Florida, RN9584813, Exp. 5/30/2025
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Training through American Heart Association - Exp. 03/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training through American Heart Association- Exp. 03/2026
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Mobile Medical- Carneisha Myles
2024.05 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2024.03 - 2024.05
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2024.01 - 2024.03
Nurse Practitioner Student
Emed Primary Care
2023.08 - 2023.10
Registered Nurse
Vivo Healthcare of University
2023.05 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Harts Harbor Health Care Center
2019.05 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Consulate Health Care
2019.05 - 2021.02
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lanier Rehabilitation Center
2019.05 - 2020.02
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Catherine's Labour Manor
2014.12 - 2018.06
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
South University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
Practical Nursing -
Concorde Career College
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Florida, PN5239778 Exp. 7/31/2025
- Registered Nurse, Florida, RN9584813, Exp. 5/30/2025
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Training through American Heart Association - Exp. 03/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training through American Heart Association- Exp. 03/2026
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