Danielle Adecer
Clarendon Hills,IL
Summary
Home health registered nurse with hands-on experience in patient assessment, wound care, medication administration, and home visits. Known for clear documentation, infection control, and coordinating care with physicians, aides, patients, and family caregivers to support safe recovery at home.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse
Beverly Harvey
Buffalo Grove, Illinois
02.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and wound care during Beverly Harvey home visits
- Coordinated treatment schedules with physicians, aides, and family caregivers
- Monitored vital signs and reported concerns to supervising clinical staff
- Educated patients on medications, safety, and recovery at home
- Updated visit notes and charts using Beverly Harvey documentation standards
- Observed infection control practices throughout independent home care visits
- Supported patient mobility and daily living tasks during home visits
- Communicated care instructions clearly with patients and family members
- Continually monitored changing needs of clients while adapting treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
- Developed a trusting relationship with each client through open communication while respecting cultural differences.
- Resolved issues in field by notifying professionals immediately to determine course of action.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety of living environment for elderly or disabled clients.
- Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
- Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
- Asked open-ended questions and delivered high level of attention to reliably assess patients' conditions.
- Advised family members on how best they can provide support during difficult times.
- Developed discharge plans that included follow-up arrangements for all discharged patients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving life threatening conditions or potential harm to the patient or others.
- Identified problems related to patient's mental health issues such as depression or anxiety disorder and referred them for appropriate therapy services.
- Collaborated with physicians and other health team members to plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols in order to prevent spread of disease within the community.
- Instructed patients in proper self-care techniques such as medication administration or wound dressing changes.
- Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided education about resources available for long term management of chronic illnesses.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data and nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care by administering medications, treatments, wound care, injections, and other skilled procedures as ordered by the physician.
- Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences regarding complex cases requiring special attention or input from various healthcare professionals.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops in order to stay up-to-date on best practices within the field.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions based on outcomes achieved relative to goals established in the care plan.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with chronic illness or end of life situations.
- Performed delegated medical tasks such as monitoring glucose levels for diabetic patients or catheterizations.
- Documented changes in patient conditions during care visits. in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Managed patient care requirements during home visits., collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Implemented patient-specific exercises and rehabilitation plans to improve mobility.
- Managed the administration of intravenous (IV) therapies and nutrition.
- Supported patients with chronic illness management, optimizing quality of life.
- Facilitated patient access to community resources and support services.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families emotionally.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Mariamma Thomas
Des Plaines, Illinois
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted with patient assessments and recorded findings in charting systems.
- Administered medications and observed for reactions.
- Supported coordination of care plans with physicians and care team members.
- Managed wound dressings and provided support during postoperative recovery.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Tracked vital signs and reported condition changes promptly.
- Maintained infection control practices and safe bedside environments.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered treatments, therapies, and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Documented patient care services by charting in electronic records system in accordance with guidelines.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Provided direct supervision for Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to Medical Surgical Unit.
- Implemented evidence-based practice standards into daily practice decisions.
- Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions, or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Assisted physicians with procedures as needed during rounds or bedside examinations.
- Identified potential risk factors which could lead to complications during recovery periods.
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
Private Duty Nurse
KEVIN BAKER
Glen Ellyn, Illinois
05.2016 - 04.2024
- -Provided on-call home health care services
- -Responsibilities included but not limited to:
- Medication administration
- G-tube management
- Hospice care
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient condition changes.
- Administered prescribed medications and maintained dosage schedules.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, and daily personal care.
- Managed wound care and followed physician treatment instructions.
- Coordinated care needs with Kevin Baker family members.
- Observed patient symptoms and reported concerns to medical providers.
- Maintained clean equipment and organized nursing supplies.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding and ambulation.
- Performed wound care, monitored catheters and recorded food and fluid intake.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound and ostomy management, medication administration, laboratory specimen collection, and vital sign monitoring.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the course of illness or disability.
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs.
- Conducted assessments of physical condition; observed changes in patients' health status; reported to physicians regarding patient's condition.
- Instructed patients and their families on disease process, medications, treatments and self-care techniques.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects or allergic reactions.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patient safety or life threatening events.
- Monitored compliance with infection control protocols.
- Assessed signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in patient's condition.
- Modeled ADL protocols to assist patients and family members for continuity of care for patients.
- Coordinated healthcare services with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care for assigned patients.
- Served as a liaison between family members and caregivers and interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication about the plan of care for each patient served.
- Reported abnormal findings to case manager and physician for immediate intervention orders.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by a physician per agency policies and procedures.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on nursing diagnosis and physician orders.
- Rendered therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care following homecare guidelines.
- Developed discharge plans that included home health services when appropriate.
- Gathered entire medical histories and information to update medical records.
- Tracked nursing data for care provided to document progress and outcomes for established goals.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Recorded care information accurately and completely in electronic data systems.
- Discussed individualized education to answer questions for patients and family.
- Provided end-of-life palliative care services while respecting patient autonomy.
- Assisted in developing educational materials related to chronic conditions.
- Obtained medical assistance, equipment and community resources for optimal patient success with medical interventions.
- Performed venipuncture procedures for lab tests or therapeutic purposes according to established protocols.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Wellness Clinic Nurse
08.2015 - 02.2016
- -Public Health Apprenticeship Program
- -Rendered preventive health programs and health teachings
- -Organized preventive health projects locally
Community Nurse
03.2015 - 07.2015
- - Organized and supervised community health projects
- - Managed conferences with local health government agencies and medical doctors
- - Conducted health lectures
- - Promoted healthy lifestyles to local communities
Clinical Nurse
06.2010 - 05.2012
- -BSN Clinical Practicum
- -Bedside nurse responsibilities
- -Internship in different clinical theaters and ward
- -Basic nursing skills application
Education
US Registered Nurse -
10-2024
MASTER - PUBLIC HEALTH
Adventist Institute of Advanced Studies
03-2016
Registered Nurse -
08-2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING
Universidad De Zamboanga
05-2012
Skills
- Nursing bedside care
- Management roles
- Case management
- Patient management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Excellent communication skills
- Works well with diverse cultures and circumstances
- Reliable work morale and ethics
- Proficient with work-related demands and changes maintaining flexibility and adaptability
- EMR charting
- Wound care management
- IV therapy
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Discharge planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Home safety assessment
- Clinical communication
- Caregiver education
- Cultural sensitivity
- Clinical judgment
- Patient advocacy
- Physical therapy coordination
- Indirect patient care
- Behavioral health support
- Speech therapy coordination
- Palliative care
- Chronic disease management
- EMR / EHR
- Medical terminology
- Hospice care
- Nutritional counseling
- Medication review
- Medical office administration
- Post-surgical care
- Patient assessments
- Physician collaboration
- Geriatric nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Medical records management
- In-home care services
- Fall prevention
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient counseling
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
SPECIALIZATIONS
- Case Management
- Medical Surgical Skills
- Home Care Services
- Bedside Nursing
- Community Nursing
- Public Health
- Communication Educator
- Health Education
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- IV Therapy Certification
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
Beverly Harvey
02.2026 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Mariamma Thomas
12.2024 - 02.2026
Private Duty Nurse
KEVIN BAKER
05.2016 - 04.2024
Wellness Clinic Nurse
08.2015 - 02.2016
Community Nurse
03.2015 - 07.2015
Clinical Nurse
06.2010 - 05.2012
US Registered Nurse -
MASTER - PUBLIC HEALTH
Adventist Institute of Advanced Studies
Registered Nurse -
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING
Universidad De Zamboanga