Candace Denk
Lomita,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Hemodialysis RN
Davita
06.2023 - Current
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Rheumatology Nurse Clinician
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2017 - 04.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient education on various topics related to disease management, self-care techniques, and preventative measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive and coordinated care for patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Home Health Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2015 - 04.2023
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Supported patients'' mental and emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication during difficult periods of illness or recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
RN Floor Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada04.2014
Skills
- High level of autonomy
- Case Management
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- First Aid
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Patient Assessment
- Wound Care
license
unencumbered California RN license - May 2024
Timeline
Home Hemodialysis RN
Davita
06.2023 - Current
Rheumatology Nurse Clinician
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2017 - 04.2023
Home Health Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2015 - 04.2023
RN Floor Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
03.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan
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