Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Clinical Experience
Certification
Timeline
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Danielle Cotton

Danielle Cotton

Summary

Graduate Practical Nurse with extensive experience in patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and implementing fall prevention strategies to enhance patient safety. Eager to leverage diverse clinical skills in a Licensed Practical Nurse role within a dynamic healthcare setting.

Overview

1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Hospital
Macon, Georgia
08.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Emory Healthcare Warner Robins
Warner Robins, Georgia
09.2020 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant

Courageous Home Care
Macon, Georgia
01.2013 - 09.2020

Clinical Technician

Medical Center Of Central Georgia
Macon, Georgia
01.2010 - 01.2013

Rehab Tech

Central Georgia Rehab Hospital
Macon, Georgia
01.2007 - 01.2010

Certified Nurse Assistant

Macon Manor Nursing Home
Macon, Georgia
12.2003 - 01.2007

Education

Practical Nursing Certification - Practical Nursing

Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA
07-2026

Certificate of Technical Studies -

Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA
12-2003

Certificate of Technical Studies -

Southwest High School
Macon, GA
05-2003

Skills

  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  • Supported safe patient transfers, ambulation, mobility and repositioning
  • Monitored and documented vital signs
  • Monitored intake and output
  • Assisted with feeding and nutritional support
  • Assisted with specimen collection and handling
  • Demonstrated flexibility and resilience under pressure

Clinical Experience

Atrium Navicent Health Macon, GA  and Emory Healthcare Warner Robins, GA (10/2025- 07/2026)Total Complete Clinical Hours 485.0 Med Surg, Maternity, Pediatrics, Mental and Leadership.

Practical Nursing Student

  • Assessed comprehensive head-to-toe patient conditions
  • Administered medications safely following the Five Rights of Medication Administration
  • Documented patient assessments and interventions using Epic EHR systems
  • Utilized Epic electronic health records for accurate clinical charting
  • Assisted with IV insertion and IV therapy procedures
  • Performed Foley catheter insertion, care, and removal
  • Performed sterile wound care and dressing changes
  • Collected and handled laboratory specimens
  • Monitored blood glucose levels and reported abnormal findings
  • Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
  • Educated patients and families on medications, treatments, and discharge instructions
  • Assisted with maternal, newborn, medical-surgical, rehabilitation, hospice, and mental health patient care
  • Monitored patient responses to treatments and medications
  • Recognized changes in patient condition and reported findings promptly
  • Maintained accurate clinical documentation
  • Supported quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Communicated using SBAR during patient handoffs
  • Prioritized patient care in fast-paced clinical environments
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
  • Coordinated care with nurses, physicians, therapists, and support staff
  • Educated patients and families using therapeutic communication
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments and nursing interventions
  • Formulated patient-centered care plans with the healthcare team
  • Documented accurate and timely patient information
  • Monitored patient progress and reported significant changes promptly
  • Advocated for patient safety and quality care
  • Organized and managed multiple patient assignments efficiently
  • Solved problems using evidence-based practice
  • Resolved conflicts professionally and respectfully
  • Supported continuity of care through effective communication
  • Demonstrated leadership supporting team members
  • Maintained professionalism, accountability, and ethical nursing practice
  • Applied cultural competence and respect for diversity
  • Managed time effectively while maintaining quality patient care
  • Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and resilience under pressure

Certification

  • BLS
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) CN0015132609

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Emory Healthcare Warner Robins
09.2020 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant

Courageous Home Care
01.2013 - 09.2020

Clinical Technician

Medical Center Of Central Georgia
01.2010 - 01.2013

Rehab Tech

Central Georgia Rehab Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010

Certified Nurse Assistant

Macon Manor Nursing Home
12.2003 - 01.2007

Practical Nursing Certification - Practical Nursing

Central Georgia Technical College

Certificate of Technical Studies -

Central Georgia Technical College

Certificate of Technical Studies -

Southwest High School
Danielle Cotton