Dana Spies
Moscow Mills,MO
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Volunteer Home Health RN with experience at Delila Dewey, skilled in chronic disease management and patient education. Successfully fostered trust with patients and families, optimizing care plans and enhancing comfort during end-of-life situations. Committed to maintaining privacy and confidentiality while delivering high-quality in-home nursing services. In addition, prior to volunteering, I worked in Hemodialysis Clinic as a charge nurse and worked at a hospital on med/surg floor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Delila Dewey
06.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with the physician's orders and treatment plan.
- Worked with multidisciplinary teams to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Emmy Ogletree
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote self-care.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Set up medications weekly.
- Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing the risk of illness transmission among family members.
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Charles Smith
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to the relieving staff.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies, and services.
- Optimized patient comfort by addressing individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote self-care.
- 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.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University Online
Colorado Springs, CO03-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College
Saint Peters, MO05-2000
Skills
- Recording vital signs
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments and monitoring
- Medication administration
- Family support
- Fall prevention
- Patient education
- Vascular Access Management
Timeline
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Delila Dewey
06.2023 - Current
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Charles Smith
05.2022 - 04.2023
Volunteer Home Health Nurse
Emmy Ogletree
06.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University Online
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Charles Community College