Daniel Lusk
New Cumberland,PA
Summary
Experienced Acute Care RN with over 3 years of dedicated Oncology/Palliative Care Unit service. Recognized for commitment to patient education, multitasking efficiency, collaborative teamwork, strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Skilled in establishing rapport with patients and families, ensuring comfort and trust. Confidently provide comprehensive patient care, including assessments, medication administration, health education, and meticulous maintenance of medical health records.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care RN
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Safely administering oral chemotherapy drugs
- Monitor patients for side effects and manage adverse reactions
- Safely administering blood and platelets and managing adverse reactions
- Symptom management such as pain, nausea fatigue, and neuropathy
- Educating patients about the chemotherapy process and what to expect
- Coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team, including oncologists, radiologists, surgeons, social workers, and nutritionists
- Implementing palliative care measures to enhance the quality of life
- End-of-life care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assess and manage various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Administrative Director
L4 Tax and Accounting Solutions
12.2006 - 10.2021
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records
- Supported operations by communicating with customers, filing documents, and securely managing client data
- Delivered comprehensive non-profit organizational documentation required for formation in California.
Public Safety Officer
Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety
01.2001 - 12.2006
- Applied principles of law enforcement and fire protection.
- Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost public trust in officers.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including administering emergency medical aid and removing people from dangerous areas.
- Advanced crime scene investigator responsible for investigating all levels of crimes, either crimes that have been committed or active crimes, including securing crime scenes, gathering evidence, and questioning witnesses.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Massachusetts Global
Aliso Viejo, CA08.2024
Associate degree, Nursing -
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology -
California State University - Chico
Chico, CA08.1994
EMT-1, Emergency Medical Technology -
Ventura College
Ventura, CA01.1990
Skills
- Oncology / Palliative Care
- Post-operative care
- Trauma Assessment/Management
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Basic Life Support
- Intravenous Therapy
- Preventative Health and Patient Education
- Patient Discharge Planning
- Diabetes management
- End-of-life care
Accomplishments
- Team Daisy Award Recipient Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital 3East, 2023
- Recipient of the Margaret Trussel, Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice at Santa Rosa Junior College, School of Nursing, 2021
- Alpha Delta Nu, Epsilon Phi Chapter, Nursing Honor Society, 2021
- Dean’s List at California State University – Chico 1993-1994
Certifications and Licensures
- Register Nurse, 789181, Pennsylvania Board of Nursing, PA (Current)
- Registered Nurse, 95255948, California Board of Nursing, CA (Current)
- BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers (Current)
- Paralegal Certificate, California State University - Chico, 1994, Chico, CA
- Coastal Valley EMS EMT 1A, 2003 - 2023
- AHA ACLS, 2021
- PALS, 2021
Volunteer Experience
- Open Closet Program, Packaged food and delivered to low-income residents in Santa Rosa, 2004-2024.
- Junior Youth Group Co-Leader for St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 2014-2017.
- St. Elizabeth Seton, Cub Scout Pack 1 Twilight Camp Adult Leader and Medic, 2008-2013.
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling with an emphasis on visiting different cultures and people.
- Woodworking
- Gardening
- Cooking
Timeline
Acute Care RN
Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2024
Administrative Director
L4 Tax and Accounting Solutions
12.2006 - 10.2021
Public Safety Officer
Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety
01.2001 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Massachusetts Global
Associate degree, Nursing -
Santa Rosa Junior College
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology -
California State University - Chico
EMT-1, Emergency Medical Technology -
Ventura College
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