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Courtney Danford

Gordon,AL

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Surgery Center South
Dothan, AL
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Assisted in providing postoperative instructions to patients regarding medications or dietary needs.
  • Performed post-operative care tasks such as bandage changes and wound cleaning.
  • Provided post-procedure care instructions to patients after they leave the Electrophysiology Lab.
  • Provided preoperative teaching for surgical procedures to increase understanding of postoperative expectations.
  • Administered medications to patients pre-and post-operatively.
  • Instructed patients on postoperative care needs, medications and wound care techniques.
  • Provided post-procedure care to patients, including administering medications and monitoring recovery.
  • Instructed patients and their families on post-discharge homecare needs.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Eye Center South
Dothan , AL
09.2013 - 11.2014
  • Assisted with patient eye exams and conducted preliminary vision tests.
  • Managed patient records and ensured data accuracy in electronic systems.
  • Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and restocked as needed.
  • Assisted with the pre-testing of patients prior to doctor's examination.
  • Conducted routine cleaning of equipment used in examinations such as slit lamps, tonometers.
  • Provided post-operative care instructions to patients who had undergone cataract surgery or other procedures involving the eyes.
  • Maintained patient records by keeping accurate notes on medical history, medications taken, diagnosis and treatment plans prescribed by optometrist or ophthalmologist.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL
12-2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Troy University
Troy, AL

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Electronic health records
  • Postoperative care
  • Preoperative education
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient education
  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Medication and IV administration
  • IV management

Custom

  • For the last six years I have been the Primary Family Caregiver for my family. We had twins six years ago. This required a shift in my life. Our twins are now in school and I am not needed at home during the day. It is important to me to gave a schedule close to theirs as possible.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Surgery Center South
01.2017 - 06.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse

Eye Center South
09.2013 - 11.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

George C Wallace Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Troy University

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