Dana Wiley
DeSoto,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN PACU
Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
2022.10 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Contract Travel RN
University of Indiana Hospital-Indianapolis
2022.07 - 2022.10
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Contract RN- Trauma Neuro ICU
Sutter Health Roseville
2021.10 - 2022.03
- Monitored patients during surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper ways to use breathing apparatuses at home.
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
Staff RN- PACU
University of Texas Southwestern Hospital-Clements
2015.01 - 2021.10
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Staff RN-CCU
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital-Plano
2013.04 - 2018.08
- Performed regular assessments on ICU patients to evaluate health conditions.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Placed and managed central venous lines and other invasive procedures in ICU patients.
- Complied with infection control policies and Personal Protective Equipment use in COVID-19 ICU.
Travel RN-ICU
Trustaff
2012.04 - 2013.08
Staff RN-ICU
LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport
2009.02 - 2012.04
Staff LPN-Telemetry
LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport
2006.01 - 2009.01
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX2018-12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA2009-12
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Louisana Technical College
Shreveport, LA2006-12
Skills
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge Proficient in documenting using EPIC, updating charts, monitoring medications and working with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
Certification
ACLS Certification (AHA) valid until April 2026.
BLS Certifiacaion (AHA) valid until April 2026.
Timeline
Staff RN PACU
Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
2022.10 - Current
Contract Travel RN
University of Indiana Hospital-Indianapolis
2022.07 - 2022.10
Contract RN- Trauma Neuro ICU
Sutter Health Roseville
2021.10 - 2022.03
Staff RN- PACU
University of Texas Southwestern Hospital-Clements
2015.01 - 2021.10
Staff RN-CCU
Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital-Plano
2013.04 - 2018.08
Travel RN-ICU
Trustaff
2012.04 - 2013.08
Staff RN-ICU
LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport
2009.02 - 2012.04
Staff LPN-Telemetry
LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport
2006.01 - 2009.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University At Shreveport
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Louisana Technical College