Nieka Fink
@niekafink
Patient-oriented Nurse with 24 years of compassionate nursing experience.
What I'm looking for
With 24 years of nursing experience, I am a dedicated and patient-oriented Registered Nurse with a strong focus on providing compassionate care and effective communication. My journey has taken me through various roles, including Virtual School Nurse Care Coordinator, where I deliver care to students across multiple states, and School Nurse specializing in case management for special needs children. I am passionate about educating patients, families, and staff on health management and advocating for safe learning environments.
Throughout my career, I have developed key strengths in health promotion, care coordination, and quality assurance. My experience includes mentoring new nurses and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. I have a proven track record of building long-term relationships with patients and their families, which I believe is essential in delivering individualized care. I am committed to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies to enhance patient care.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Nurse Consultant
Self-Employed
Aug 2019 - Present (5 years 11 months)
Identified and evaluated strengths and weaknesses of malpractice cases by reviewing/analyzing medical records. Educated lawyers on medical situations, terminology, injuries, and standards of care.
Virtual School Nurse Care Coordinator
Avel eCare
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Delivered care to students through two-way video/audio technology in roughly 120 schools across 11 states. Educated school staff and students/families on emergency care, chronic health conditions, and illness prevention.
School Nurse- Special Needs Case Management
Metro Nashville Public Health Department
Oct 2002 - Aug 2023 (20 years 10 months)
Observed, interpreted, and recorded patient behavior for verbal and non-verbal patients aged 3-21 with complex medical needs. Developed emergency/treatment care plans and administered medical procedures/medications according to MD orders.
Remote Telehealth Triage Nurse Lead
Positive Reinforcement Nursing
Mar 2013 - Nov 2019 (6 years 8 months)
Provided after-hours telephone assessment/triage and gave healthcare recommendations to patients from over 3,000 providers. Applied evidence-based practices for lifesaving interventions and traumas, while maintaining patient confidentiality and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
Home Health Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
May 2012 - Dec 2012 (7 months)
Ensured best practices and nursing protocols with medication administration and tube feeds for a 3-year-old with multiple disabilities. Updated patient records and advised family members on treatments and medical procedures.
PRN Acute Care Float Nurse
Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital
Jan 2002 - Jan 2006 (4 years)
Provided acute care nursing services in a float capacity. Managed diverse patient needs across various units within the hospital.
Staff Nurse Acute Care
Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital
Jan 2001 - Jan 2002 (1 year)
Delivered direct patient care as a Staff Nurse in an acute care setting. Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing
Completed a comprehensive curriculum focused on nursing principles and practices. Gained foundational knowledge in patient care, health assessment, and medical procedures.
Tech stack
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