Danae Clayton
Franklin Park,IL
Summary
Results-driven NICU Registered Nurse with extensive experience in administering medications and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in educating families and implementing infection control measures to ensure optimal care for neonates.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Loyola Medical Center
Maywood, IL
12.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders in NICU setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans for neonates.
- Educated families on infant care, feeding techniques, and health management strategies.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
03.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance NICU patient outcomes.
- Supported nursing staff by sharing knowledge of best practices and procedural updates.
- Conducted regular assessments of premature infants'' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center
Snellville, GA
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Advocated for patient needs by collaborating with physicians to implement timely interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within neonatal nursing.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Vista Medical Center East
Waukegan, IL
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and patient care standards.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient progress, effectively communicating changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment regimens.
- Mentored junior nurses and nursing students, fostering professional growth and improving team performance.
Hospital Corpsman
Department Of Defense - Navy
Great Lakes, IL
08.2012 - 08.2019
- Provided emergency medical care to injured personnel in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Conducted routine medical assessments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards of care.
- Assisted in managing patient records using electronic health record systems for efficient documentation.
- Trained junior corpsmen on medical procedures and equipment usage to enhance team capabilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL09-2019
Skills
- IV medication administration
- Medication delivery
- Patient assessments
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Patient evaluation
- Patient evaluation
- Patient assessment
Timeline
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Loyola Medical Center
12.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
03.2023 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Piedmont Eastside Medical Center
01.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Vista Medical Center East
11.2019 - 06.2021
Hospital Corpsman
Department Of Defense - Navy
08.2012 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing