Irnita Forbes-Ward
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, specializing in patient education and diabetes management. Expertise in medication administration and insulin delivery, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Strong communication skills enhance patient-provider relationships in diverse clinical settings. Committed to high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Plastic Surgery
Kaiser Permanente
06.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient care through effective medication administration and monitoring.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Conducted patient rooming and accurately recorded vital signs for assessments.
- Assisted providers during minor surgeries, ensuring sterile techniques and patient safety.
- Facilitated positive care experiences by addressing patient concerns and providing support.
Registered Nurse, Endocrinology
Kaiser Permanente
06.2014 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Administer medications, injections (e.g., insulin, GLP-1 agonists, vitamin B12), and vaccines as ordered.
- Educated patients on how to draw and administer insulin.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documented changes, and reported significant findings to healthcare providers promptly.
- Prepare patients for examinations and assist Endocrinologists with office based procedures such as fine-needle aspirations, dynamic endocrine testing, and insulin pump initiation.
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for patients with endocrine conditions, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary dysfunction, and osteoporosis.
- Review and reconcile medications, monitor side effects, and reinforce adherence to treatment regimens.
- Monitor and interpret laboratory and diagnostic results under provider guidance; communicate and follow-up plans to patients.
- Provide technical support diabetes technology, including insulin pumps , continuous glucose monitors(CGMs), and glucometers.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Kaiser Permanente
03.2012 - 06.2014
- Enhanced patient outcomes by administering medications as per care plans.
- Developed care strategies through collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Ensured optimal patient conditions by monitoring vital signs and timely interventions.
- Promoted health management by educating patients and families on treatment adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL08-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD12-1997
Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Freestyle Libre, Dexcom, Tandem use
- Insulin medication assistance
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Administering immunizations
- Setting up referrals for CGMs and Insulin Pumps
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Registered Nurse License
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Plastic Surgery
Kaiser Permanente
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Endocrinology
Kaiser Permanente
06.2014 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Kaiser Permanente
03.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Prince George's Community College