Danielle Breen
Denver,CO
Summary
Nursing leader with a background in emergency, PACU, home health, infusion, and nursing administration. Supports care coordination, staffing, documentation review, and team communication while maintaining compliance and patient safety in fast-paced settings. Brings steady clinical judgment, clear communication, and a practical approach to daily operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Lakewood Post Acute
Lakewood, CO
07.2026 - 10.2026
- Coordinated nursing operations at Lakewood Post Acute, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and enhancing quality of care.
- Streamlined nursing staff schedules, assignments, and daily patient care workflows to optimize operational efficiency.
- Set and monitored achievement goals for the nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
- Evaluated performance of nursing staff members and provided recommendations for enhancement.
- Supported recruitment initiatives by identifying and selecting suitable applicants for nursing roles. by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Worked with physicians, therapists, and families on care coordination.
- Reviewed resident assessments, care plans, and charting for accuracy and completeness.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Julia Temple Healthcare Center
Englewood, Colorado
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
- Trained nurses on infection control and safety procedures.
- Monitored clinical documentation for compliance with state and federal standards.
- Supported director with staffing schedules and unit coverage needs.
- Assisted survey readiness efforts for healthcare center inspections.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Home Health
Amazing Care
Denver, CO
06.2024 - 12.2025
- I cared for a 16-year-old disabled patient in his home. Care included medication administration and enteral feedings via G-tube, deep suctioning, airway maintenance, wound care, oxygen administration, CPAP, NJ tube care, stroller trips to the playground, music/instruments, reading books and much more. Unfortunately, my care for this patient came to an end due to his passing away.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans
- Administered medications and monitored treatment responses
Infusion Nurse
Naven Health/Infinity Nursing
Denver, CO
07.2023 - 12.2025
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely assessment, intervention, and documentation of vital signs and symptoms.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Worked closely with physicians to update treatment plans based on patient condition changes, promoting continuity of care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and their caregivers by providing empathetic support, education on self-care strategies, and addressing concerns throughout the course of treatment.
Administrative Assistant RN
Interim Healthcare-Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch, CO
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Played a key role in establishing operational infrastructure for a growing home health startup, directly supporting nursing and clinical teams.
- Assist with patient intake, records, management, and coordination with care providers.
- Assist in building foundational systems for patient intake, scheduling, and care coordination
- Supported daily operations in startup home health agency, streamlining scheduling, documentation, and communication.
- Handled various office tasks including data entry and filing to ensure efficient operations., enhancing data entry, filing, billing support, and patient inquiry responses.
- Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with healthcare documentation and billing standards.
- Contributed to the development of operational workflows in a growing healthcare environment.
- Supervised daily activities of field staff, coordinating nurses and nurse's aides for timely scheduling, accurate documentation, and compliance with care plans.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Kaiser Permanente
Lone Tree, CO
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Executed medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assessed healthcare needs, treatment goals, and available resources for patients, facilitating connections to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, ER, Relief Charge Nurse
Lutheran Medical Center
Wheat Ridge, CO
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients in the ED, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, BHT, technicians and unit clerks.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Trained new nurses on techniques, care standards, and safety protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Utilized feedback and process improvements to enhance safety and health standards, boosting patient satisfaction.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Resolved patient care disruptions, including discharge delays, postponed procedures, and equipment unavailability.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lutheran Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Oversaw patient admission and triaged based on acuity, ensuring delivery of quality care to diverse populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to address patients' personal, physical, psychological, and cognitive needs, enhancing overall patient care.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps/Exempla Lutheran Medical C
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Provided emergency nursing care in Lutheran Medical Center emergency department.
- Delivered critical nursing care in 54-bed level II trauma unit, ensuring patient safety and optimal recovery outcomes
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized urgent treatment needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to physicians.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
04.2007 - 12.2007
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in the emergency room and managed patient needs in a 30-bed unit.
- Assessed emergency patients and prioritized care in Lutheran Medical Center Emergency Department.
- Triage incoming patients using acuity standards and clinical judgment.
- Administered medications and monitored reactions during urgent treatment.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
11.2006 - 03.2007
- Delivered nursing care in fast-paced emergency department, managing 4-5 patients per nurse in a 35-bed unit with Level II trauma cases.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in the emergency department.
- Assessed emergency department patients using Lutheran Medical Center triage protocols.
- Documented nursing assessments in electronic health records for Lutheran Medical Center.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
04.2006 - 11.2006
- Delivered nursing care in 43-bed emergency room, managing Level III trauma cases with 3 to 1 patient ratio for diverse age groups.
- Assessed emergency patients at Lutheran Medical Center using triage protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments in Lutheran Medical Center emergency department.
- Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms during acute care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile
01.2006 - 04.2006
- Travel RN-ER. Oversaw operations of 50-bed unit in fast-paced environment, ensuring timely and effective patient care. Delivered critical care in Level II trauma facility, addressing diverse patient needs in high-pressure situations. Functioned in a very busy emergency room with high patient volume with patients of all ages. Sustained patient-to-nurse ratio of 15 to 2, facilitating optimal care and attention for each patient.
- Provided emergency nursing care in Lutheran Medical Center emergency department.
- Performed rapid patient assessments and triage for urgent cases.
- Administered medications and monitored responses for emergency patients.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile
09.2005 - 12.2005
- Delivered nursing care in 45-bed emergency room unit, managing care for patients in Level I trauma center with 5 to 1 patient ratio.
- Triage emergency patients using Lutheran Medical Center emergency department protocols.
- Assess symptoms, vital signs, and histories for urgent nursing care needs.
- Administer medications and IV therapies under physician orders.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
12.2002 - 12.2004
ER Technician
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Assisted emergency department nurses at Bethesda Memorial Hospital with patient care support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to emergency room clinical staff.
- Delivered technical support to enhance patient care according to directives from physicians and nurses.
- Collected blood samples and prepared specimens for laboratory processing.
ER Unit Secretary
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Managed emergency room communications at Bethesda Memorial Hospital using phones, radios, and call systems.
- Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges for Bethesda Memorial emergency department.
- Transcribed physician orders and nursing requests into patient charts accurately.
- Managed incoming calls and recorded physician orders in the computer system.
Secretary
Minor Emergi Center
, Florida
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Welcomed patients to clinic at front desk of walk-in clinic, facilitated completion of forms, contacted insurance companies, collected payments, and organized patient charts.
- Scheduled patient appointments and managed provider calendars for minor emergency visits
- Answered incoming calls and routed inquiries to nursing and front desk staff
- Greeted patients and verified registration information at center reception
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach Community College
Lake Worth, FL01-2002
Skills
- Healthcare Operations Management
- Acute care expertise
- Long-term Care Management
- IV infusion treatments
- Electronic Medical Records
- Crisis management
- Survey preparation
- Care management
- Nursing leadership
- Team leadership
- Leadership skills
- Pharmacology Knowledge
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Strong work ethic
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- BLS
- Active Colorado RN License 2002-current
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Lakewood Post Acute
07.2026 - 10.2026
Assistant Director of Nursing
Julia Temple Healthcare Center
09.2025 - 05.2026
Administrative Assistant RN
Interim Healthcare-Highlands Ranch
01.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Home Health
Amazing Care
06.2024 - 12.2025
Infusion Nurse
Naven Health/Infinity Nursing
07.2023 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse, PACU
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, ER, Relief Charge Nurse
Lutheran Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lutheran Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps/Exempla Lutheran Medical C
01.2008 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
04.2007 - 12.2007
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
11.2006 - 03.2007
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cross Country TravCorps
04.2006 - 11.2006
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile
01.2006 - 04.2006
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile
09.2005 - 12.2005
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
12.2002 - 12.2004
ER Technician
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2002
ER Unit Secretary
Bethesda Memorial Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
Secretary
Minor Emergi Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach Community College