Dani (DeDe) Donahue
Gallipolis,OH
Summary
To obtain a position as a registered nurse in a safe setting where medical and people skills will be utilized fully to provide quality care to patients and maximize the effectiveness of the healthcare facility.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pleasant Valley Hospital NKA Rivers Health
07.2013
- I accepted a position on a med surg floor as a floor RN
- During this time, I developed the ability to recognize signs and symptoms of serious issues
- I also developed time management skills that made getting a routine much easier and more effective for patient care
- I became charge nurse
- I was responsible for medication passes, procedures, establishing a plan of care depending on the patient's admitting diagnosis, dressing changes, IV therapy, foley care, patient care, supervising nurse tech, admissions, discharges, transfers, as well as charge nurse
- At PVH, I have also gained experience with documentation using Meditech, Point Click Care and also using Pyxsis/Omnicell for medications
- I have also gained the ability to establish a better rapport with patients which has made it tremendously easier to communicate with the physician regarding the patient's illness(es)
- I then went to work as part of the ICCU team in which I was responsible for critical care patients, drips, codes, post code care, PACU, and emergency medicine care
- I have gained knowledge of all departments at Rivers Health.
RN, Medical-Surgical Floor
Pleasant Valley Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Educated family members on disease processes, treatment plans, and post-discharge care to support informed decision-making and smooth transitions home.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through comprehensive discharge planning and patient education.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Assisted physicians during bedside procedures, ensuring proper sterile technique and maintaining a safe environment for patients.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging medical situations, fostering a therapeutic environment conducive to healing.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed accurate documentation in electronic health records systems, upholding legal requirements while facilitating communication between healthcare team members.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Improved patient safety with thorough assessments, early identification of potential complications, and prompt interventions.
- Tailored nursing care plans according to unique needs and preferences of patients under my supervision.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care to diverse populations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Chemotherapy/ Infusion Nurse
Pleasant Valley Hospital NKA Rivers Health
08.2021 - 11.2023
- I applied to learn about infusion and chemotherapy
- It is a very small clinic setting
- We have very few patients.I am interested in expanding my understanding and knowledge of cancer treatments amd options.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in oncology nursing and chemotherapy administration.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in managing complex cases involving multiple comorbidities and varying degrees of symptom severity.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Abbott Home care
02.2012 - 07.2013
- During my time with Abbott I was their case manager
- I scheduled patient visits, medication set ups, teaching on primary diagnosis, ICD-9 coding to medicare standards and home IV infusions
- I also had patients with extensive wound care regimens
- I was also responsible for supervision of home health aids to comply with state medicaid and medicare standards
- I left the position to start my hospital career.
Education
ADN in Nursing -
University Of Rio Grande Holzer School of Nursing
Rio Grande, OH04.2009
Practical Nursing Certificate in Nursing -
Buckeye Hills Career Center School of Practical Nursing
Thurman, OH06.2006
Skills
- Critical Care Experience (2 years)
- ICU Experience (2 years)
- Hospice Care
- EMR Systems
- Nursing (10 years)
- Hospital Experience (8 years)
- Triage (2 years)
- Laboratory Experience
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs (10 years)
- Patient Care (10 years)
- Case Management (7 years)
- Experience Administering Injections (10 years)
- Venipuncture
- Home Care (7 years)
- Management (5 years)
- Microsoft Word (10 years)
- Supervising Experience
- Medical Office Experience (2 years)
- Caregiving (10 years)
- Nurse Management
Certification
- BLS Certification, 01/2022, 01/2024, Basic life support by AHA
- RN, 10/2025
- RN, 10/2024
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical Floor
Pleasant Valley Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Chemotherapy/ Infusion Nurse
Pleasant Valley Hospital NKA Rivers Health
08.2021 - 11.2023
Pleasant Valley Hospital NKA Rivers Health
07.2013
Abbott Home care
02.2012 - 07.2013
ADN in Nursing -
University Of Rio Grande Holzer School of Nursing
Practical Nursing Certificate in Nursing -
Buckeye Hills Career Center School of Practical Nursing