Benjamin Dew RN/BSN
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN,BSN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability 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.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Trustaff Travel Nurses
12.2021 - Current
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Gastrointestinal Nurse (PRN)
Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Worked in admissions and discharges which entailed getting patient ready for G.I. procedures, detailed knowledge of lab specific charting, closely assessing the patients pre/post procedure, and educating patient and family members on outcomes and discharge instructions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Supervised and managed functions for a 24 bed unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 24 bed Progressive Care, providing direct care to up to 4-6 patients, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including TEE, Cardiac Catheterization, Pacer/Defibrillator Placement and other cardiac procedures.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
COVID-19 Unit RN
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Helped to create a brand new acute care Covid-19 unit from beginning of the pandemic.
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery. Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Handled day-to-day running of Covid-19 unit, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
Registered Nurse CRRN, Rehabilitation
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
06.2013 - 03.2018
- Acquired CRRN license to improve patient outcomes through an increased level of knowledge in rehabilitation area of nursing
- Led successful 6 person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Helped develop care plans for patients with complex needs and assisted patients with using rehabilitation equipment.
- Assisted in patient care activities such as ADLs, Dressing change education, amputation education/rehab, discharge evaluation needs and various other rehabilitation ward priority assessments and interventions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Student Nurse Technician
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
05.2009 - 06.2012
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Landscape Foreman
Grass Roots
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting and other related topics
- Installed stonework according to landscape
- Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.2012
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Acute Care Expertise
- Customer Service
- Organization and Time management
- Dementia Knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Teaching
- Medical Records Management
- Rehabilitation
- Patient Care
- Telemetry
- Surgery
- Staff Management
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, License #RN385681
Timeline
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Trustaff Travel Nurses
12.2021 - Current
Gastrointestinal Nurse (PRN)
Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
06.2020 - 11.2021
COVID-19 Unit RN
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse CRRN, Rehabilitation
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
06.2013 - 03.2018
Student Nurse Technician
Louis Stokes VA Medical Center
05.2009 - 06.2012
Landscape Foreman
Grass Roots
01.2000 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cleveland State University
- Licensed Registered Nurse, License #RN385681
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