Arica Dodd
Middletown,CT
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Western Connecticut Health Network. Excelling in patient care through expert medication and IV administration and compassionate advocacy. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction and safety, backed by strong clinical judgment and effective teamwork. CPR certified, Falls and Safety hospital based committee, Skin and Wound care hospital based committee.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
07.2007 - 09.2018
- Patient care including assessment, plan of care, intervention and organized documentation.
- Instructed patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plan and preventative care, all specific to patient.
- Facilitated patient transitions through different levels of care, ensuring continuity.
- Used first hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients and families.
- Communicated regularly with multidisciplinary team.
Patient Care Technician- PCT
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
09.2001 - 07.2007
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05-2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Clinical judgement
- Patient and family advocacy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Education
- CPR certification
- Skin and wound committee
- Safety and Falls committee
- "Stop the Bleed"
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
07.2007 - 09.2018
Patient Care Technician- PCT
Western Connecticut Health Network- Danbury Hospital
09.2001 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Connecticut State University