Christine Elaine Dagenhart
Palmer,USA
Summary
Strategic and patient-focused Registered Nurse with 27+ years of clinical experience, including 17 years in high-acuity Emergency Department settings. Recognized for leadership in patient care, operational efficiency, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proven expertise in critical care response, staff mentorship, and optimizing patient outcomes in fast-paced hospital environments. Adept at managing complex patient cases, implementing evidence-based protocols, and advancing quality and safety initiatives.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hydrate Alaska
Palmer, AK
01.2024 - Current
- Deliver IV hydration therapy and wellness treatments in a high-volume, patient-centered setting.
- Educate patients on wellness practices, hydration, and preventative care.
- Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and quality outcomes.
Registered Nurse
True North Recovery
Palmer, AK
01.2024 - Current
- Provide nursing care and monitor patient progress in recovery and treatment services.
- Administer medications and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support individualized care plans.
- Facilitate patient stabilization, education, and recovery-focused interventions.
Registered Nurse
Alaska Native Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Managed high-acuity patient cases for Alaska Native and American Indian populations.
- Conducted rapid clinical assessment, intervention, and continuity-of-care planning.
- Partnered with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
10.2021 - 04.2025
- Delivered emergency and acute care in a high-volume hospital environment.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and implemented evidence-based care plans.
- Key contributor to patient stabilization and hospital emergency response procedures.
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, VA
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Provided emergency nursing care in a Level I trauma center.
- Assessed, triaged, and managed critically ill and injured patients.
- Collaborated with specialty teams to optimize care for high-acuity cases.
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2011 - 10.2017
- Delivered emergency department care while maintaining high standards of patient safety and documentation.
Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Medical Center
Fishersville, VA
01.2007 - 08.2011
- Rapid assessment and stabilization of emergency patients.
- Coordinated care across multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Durham Regional Hospital
Durham, NC
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Oversaw patient assessments, triage, and interventions in a high-volume ED.
Registered Nurse
Person Memorial Hospital
Roxboro, NC
01.2001 - 06.2001
- Delivered care in emergency and medical-surgical settings.
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Hospital
Raleigh, NC
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Registered Nurse
Lynchburg General Hospital
Lynchburg, VA
05.1998 - 01.2000
- Developed foundational clinical expertise in bedside nursing and emergency care.
Education
Registered Nurse Diploma -
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA05-1998
Skills
- Emergency & Acute Care Nursing
- Clinical Leadership & Staff Mentorship
- Patient Advocacy & Education
- Critical Thinking & Rapid Assessment
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Prioritization & Workflow Optimization
- Communication & Interprofessional Coordination
- Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support), 02/28
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), 11/26
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), 11/26
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alaska Native Medical Center
06.2025 - 02.2026
Registered Nurse
Hydrate Alaska
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
True North Recovery
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
10.2021 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
08.2011 - 10.2017
Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Medical Center
01.2007 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse
Durham Regional Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse
Person Memorial Hospital
01.2001 - 06.2001
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2001
Registered Nurse
Lynchburg General Hospital
05.1998 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse Diploma -
Centra College of Nursing