Trica Vest
Greenwood
Summary
Registered nurse with expertise in patient education, medication management, and collaborative care. Proven ability to deliver compassionate, high-quality healthcare while effectively managing multiple caseloads. Strong focus on improving patient outcomes through education and support.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
CHAH
Indianapolis
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Documented care plans and patient progress in electronic health records.
- Educated families on care practices and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe home environment.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in their homes, including wound care, medication management and administration, patient education and monitoring of vital signs.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, agencies, families and caregivers and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Managed multiple caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and professional standards related to home health care services.
- Instructed families and caregivers on proper homecare techniques such as dressing wounds, administering medications, providing nutrition and hydration therapy.
Registered Nurse
St. Francis
Indianapolis
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Assessed patients' conditions, determined and implemented appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and treatments.
- Educated nursing staff regarding medication administration techniques and drug interactions.
- Assisted with the execution of nursing care plans.
Registered Nurse
Community Hospital South
Indianapolis
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatments.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and interpreting results.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices.
- Managed patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery processes.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse
St Francis Hospital
Mooresville
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety during procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided immediate care in the operating room.
- Assisted in anesthesia administration under supervision of anesthesiologists.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care procedures.
- Documented patient information and surgery details in electronic health records.
- Provided appropriate post-operative care for all patients in the OR suite.
- Documented pertinent information in medical records according to established standards.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, technicians, support staff, administrators, patients and family members concerning patient care issues.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Greenwood
02.2012 - 08.2017
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and treatment details in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on dialysis protocols and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
Registered Nurse
FMC Dialysis
Carmel
04.2011 - 02.2012
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Ensured equipment functionality and maintained sterile environments.
- Trained new staff on dialysis protocols and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Registered Nurse
Riley Hospital for Children
Indianapolis
01.2011 - 04.2011
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and lifestyle adjustments.
- Ensured equipment functionality and maintained sterile environments.
- Documented patient progress and treatment details in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Indianapolis
10.2008 - 01.2011
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and lifestyle adjustments.
- Ensured equipment functionality and maintained sterile environments.
- Documented patient progress and treatment details in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on dialysis protocols and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
Registered Nurse
FMC Dialysis
Beech Grove
06.2007 - 10.2008
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate environment.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during treatment sessions.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and lifestyle adjustments.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Ensured equipment functionality and maintained sterile environments.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Trained new staff on dialysis protocols and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient care updates.
Dialysis LPN
FMC Dialysis
Beech Grove
06.2002 - 06.2007
- Monitored patient vital signs during dialysis treatments.
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and self-care techniques.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation requirements.
- Assisted in the setup and maintenance of dialysis equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Monitored laboratory values for adequacy of dialysis treatment.
- Assisted in training new staff members regarding clinical skills associated with Dialysis LPN duties.
LPN
St Francis Hospital
Beech Grove
02.2001 - 06.2002
- Administered medications to patients according to prescribed schedules.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded changes for healthcare team review.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures, and patient education.
- Provided wound care and managed dressings for various medical conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards in care delivery.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
IU
Columbus, IN05-2007
Certificate - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN12-2000
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication management
- Patient evaluation
- Intravenous therapy
- IV setup
- Wound care expertise
- Infection control
- Care planning
- Case management
- EHR management
- Feeding pumps
- Insulin assistance
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Patient education
- Compassionate care
- Professional bedside manner
- Gastroenteral nutrition education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CHAH
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Francis
08.2021 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Community Hospital South
01.2018 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
St Francis Hospital
08.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
DaVita
02.2012 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
FMC Dialysis
04.2011 - 02.2012
Registered Nurse
Riley Hospital for Children
01.2011 - 04.2011
Registered Nurse
DaVita
10.2008 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
FMC Dialysis
06.2007 - 10.2008
Dialysis LPN
FMC Dialysis
06.2002 - 06.2007
LPN
St Francis Hospital
02.2001 - 06.2002
Associate of Science - Nursing
IU
Certificate - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana