Dana Chance
Pleasant Garden,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven 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
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Greensboro Specialty Surgical Center
2016.04 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Mentored new nurses entering the profession, guiding them through their initial experiences within the operating room setting.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cone Health System
2013.07 - 2023.09
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
2013.07 - 2015.07
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
Clinical Manager
Piedmont Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Center
2002.08 - 2012.08
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined clinic operations for increased efficiency by optimizing patient flow and appointment scheduling processes.
- Developed interdisciplinary care plans with input from physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare providers for optimal patient results.
- Managed budgets and allocated resources effectively to ensure sufficient staffing levels and the availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards through consistent monitoring and implementation of corrective actions when needed.
Surgical Assistant
Carolina Surgical Center
1994.08 - 2002.08
- Improved patient outcomes by providing precise surgical assistance during various procedures.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency with diligent preparation and organization of operating rooms.
- Ensured patient safety by maintaining a sterile environment throughout surgery.
- Contributed to successful surgeries, anticipating surgeon needs and promptly delivering instruments.
- Reduced post-operative complications through thorough wound care and dressing application.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted in complex surgical procedures, demonstrating adaptability and knowledge across multiple disciplines.
- Continually updated professional skills, staying abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons and nurses to promote teamwork and efficient operations.
- Provided mentorship to new Surgical Assistants in order to maintain high levels of competency within the team.
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Assisted surgeons with critical decision-making processes during challenging cases.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgeries with efficient room turnover times.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts within the department by managing supplies inventory effectively.
- Supported a high standard of care by assisting in audits, staff training sessions, and departmental meetings as needed.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to surgeon for further investigation.
- Assisted with transfer of patients from recovery room to operating room, providing care and support.
- Provided preoperative and postoperative education to patients and families to manage recovery.
- Verified identity of patient or operative site.
- Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging, and suctioning surgical sites.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
Education
Associates of Science And Nursing - Nursing
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC05.2013
Cerfication Program Maxillofacial Surgical Tech -
UNC
Chapel Hill, NC06.1994
High School Diploma -
Northeast Guilford High School
Mcleansville, NC05.1991
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Management
- Physical assessments
- Preoperative planning
- Physiology Understanding
- Patient Care
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Patient Care Plans
- Attention to Detail
- Vitals monitoring
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Infection Control
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Accurate Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Airway Management
- Pain Management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Care activities prioritization
- Discharge Planning
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Quality Improvement
- Anesthesia recovery
- Patient recovery assessments
- Basic Life Support
- IV Insertion
- Healthcare regulations
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision-Making
- Clear Patient Communication
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Cardiac monitors
- Procedure Assistance
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, JACHHO and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Greensboro Specialty Surgical Center
2016.04 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cone Health System
2013.07 - 2023.09
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Cone Health At Alamance Regional
2013.07 - 2015.07
Clinical Manager
Piedmont Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Center
2002.08 - 2012.08
Surgical Assistant
Carolina Surgical Center
1994.08 - 2002.08
Associates of Science And Nursing - Nursing
Randolph Community College
Cerfication Program Maxillofacial Surgical Tech -
UNC
High School Diploma -
Northeast Guilford High School
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