Miranda Nichols
Shickshinny
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient advocacy, and clinical judgment. Committed to delivering high-quality care and promoting patient education for optimal health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PCU
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre, PA
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, assessing patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management techniques.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, transfers, and discharges within PCU.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies, utilizing critical thinking skills for effective resolution.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Served as a strong advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their preferences were respected in all aspects of their healthcare experience.
- Expedited critical medical interventions through timely recognition of early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications.
Home Health Aide
Independent Home Health
Milton, PA
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provided personal care services, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Coordinated medication schedules to ensure adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Trained new aides on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Institute for Human Resources
Kingston, PA
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions and reduce challenging behaviors.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05-2025
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
Certification
Basic Dysrhythmia
Shock
ACLS
Critical Care
Trauma
NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PCU
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Independent Home Health
08.2023 - 05.2025
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Institute for Human Resources
01.2021 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College