Adrienne Haines
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. A seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Duke University Hospital
11.2016 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications as prescribed and monitoring for any adverse reactions or interactions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Supported families during difficult times by providing emotional support, education on their child''s condition, and resources for coping strategies.
- Contributed to staff development through participation in unit-based committees, precepting new nurses, and attending continuing education courses relevant to pediatric critical care nursing.
Patient Care Technician
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided care for oncology patients, specifically neurology and post-surgical patients
- Obtained vital signs and aided nurses with everyday activities.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of South Florida College of Nursing
08.2016
Skills
- Precepting
- Critical Care
- Vaccine Administration
- Airway Management
- Decision Making
- Patient Assessment
- Ventilator Management
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Pain Management
- Multitasking
- Delegation Skills
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Specimen Collection
- Emergency Interventions
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Documentation and Reporting
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Reliable and Responsible
- IV Setup
- Staff Coordination
- Vitals Monitoring
- Clinical Judgment
- Intravenous Therapy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
qualifications summary
Respectful, deeply passionate, caring nurse, coming from a large teaching hospital, determined to provide exceptional patient care to all patients. Looking to expand my nursing experience and share my knowledge with others around me. I have several years of experience as a charge nurse, rapid response nurse, precepting and managing CRRT and ECMO.
Certification
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers, 08/2025
CCRN-K, 11/2025
PALS, 08/2025
activities
- Barre Instructor
- Babysitter
- Co-chair of unit morale committee
- Bereavement committee member
- Assists with New Grad education sessions
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Duke University Hospital
11.2016 - Current
Patient Care Technician
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
08.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of South Florida College of Nursing