Danielle Blackett
GALESBURG,ILLINOIS
Summary
Experienced registered nurse skilled in providing patient-centered care in various healthcare settings. Proficient in task delegation and care coordination to meet individual patient needs. Focused on delivering exceptional quality care as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sharon Healthcare Pines
Peoria, Illinois
07.2022 - Current
- Led nursing staff in delivering exceptional patient care and support services.
- Implemented innovative nursing policies to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Oversaw nurse scheduling, optimizing coverage to improve patient care workflows.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for streamlined patient treatment plans.
- Ensured adherence to health regulations and maintained quality standards.
- Strengthened communication among staff, patients, and families, facilitating better care delivery.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during acute psychiatric episodes.
- Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior in order to de-escalate situations safely.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
Travel Registered Nurse
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
, Illinois
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' health conditions while delivering nursing services to inform treatment plans.
- Monitored patient conditions and documented changes in medical records to ensure accurate tracking of health progress.
- Delivered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols for optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated communication among healthcare team members to enhance collaboration and streamline patient care.
Wellness Coordinator
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth
Monmouth, Illinois
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team discussions to address and resolve patient care concerns.
- Guided nursing staff to enhance patient care and support outcomes.
- Developed work schedules and staff assignments to optimize workload management and resource allocation.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cottage Hospital
Galesburg, Illinois
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Delivered direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients, ensuring thorough assessments and documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician directives and hospital protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions and improving patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and post-discharge care plans, enhancing understanding and adherence to care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain precise patient records.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL05-2019
Skills
- Patient evaluation and care
- Medication oversight
- Care strategy development
- Health documentation management
- Team collaboration skills
- Crisis de-escalation techniques
- Substance use treatment
- Psychoeducational interventions
- Effective therapeutic communication
- Self-harm risk mitigation
- Mental health support services
- Behavioral intervention strategies
Certification
- Infection Preventionist
- CPR
- De-Escalation/CPI
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sharon Healthcare Pines
07.2022 - Current
Wellness Coordinator
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth
11.2021 - 02.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
GrapeTree Medical Staffing
08.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cottage Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Carl Sandburg College