Dana Gradel
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of acute medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Monitor Technician
HCA Medical City Denton/Dallas
2021.09 - Current
- Proficiency in interpreting cardiac rhythms and identifying abnormalities.
- Enhanced patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate critical information, changes, and trends directly to medical staff.
- Troubleshot monitor equipment issues, ensuring uninterrupted surveillance of patient's heart activity.
PCT ICU
HCA Medical City Denton
2020.03 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by assessing, planning, and implementing individualized nursing interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisting with patient hygiene and comfort
- Accurately charting patient data
- Skilled in assisting during medical emergencies, including codes, to ensure optimal patient outcomes ensuring overall well-being of critically ill patients.
Home Health Aide
Always Best Care
2018.08 - 2019.05
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Denton Rehabilitation And Nursing (Unpaid Intern)
2017.09 - 2018.05
- Visit patients and assist CNAs and nurses with daily care for large rehabilitation facility caring for over 100 patients.
- Assisted patients recovering from strokes, hip, back, and other surgeries as well as patients dealing with mental disabilities.
- Enjoyed intensity of working in high-needs hall.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Galen Community College
Dallas, TX05.2026
Perquisites For Nursing School -
Collin Community College
McKinney, TX2023
High School Diploma -
Ray Braswell High School
Aubrey, TX05.2018
Skills
- Vital Signs/Cardiac Monitoring
- Adapts quickly to changing situations and environments in fast-paced ICU setting
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Attention to Detail
- Empathy and Compassion
- Seeks opportunities to expand skills and knowledge
- Organizational Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
Timeline
Monitor Technician
HCA Medical City Denton/Dallas
2021.09 - Current
PCT ICU
HCA Medical City Denton
2020.03 - Current
Home Health Aide
Always Best Care
2018.08 - 2019.05
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
Denton Rehabilitation And Nursing (Unpaid Intern)
2017.09 - 2018.05
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Galen Community College
Perquisites For Nursing School -
Collin Community College
High School Diploma -
Ray Braswell High School
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