Danielle Allen
Washington,PA
Summary
While a Registered Nursing professional at Canonsburg Hospital strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit was shown. Skilled in-patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring were utilized. Focusing on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities. Achievements include mentoring staff and leading by example in high-stress situations showcasing ability to improve nursing satisfaction and patient outcomes. Collaborative efforts with interdisciplinary teams and dedication to patient and family advocacy underscored strong clinical judgement. Nominations for Daisy Awards for the compassionate and empathetic care provided to patients and their families were received,
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Canonsburg General Hospital
01.2002 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual's needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Utilized EPIC to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Managed caseload of up to 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA12.2002
Skills
- Pre-and post-operative care
- Compassionate care
- Strong Clinical judgment and Critical thinking
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Certified in CPR/AED and ACLS
- Cardiac / Telemetry Monitoring
- Hospice and palliative care
- Direct patient care
- Charge Nurse for Unit
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Canonsburg General Hospital
01.2002 - 11.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
California University of Pennsylvania
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