Danielle Fitzwater
Poplar Bluff,MO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual needs. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Registered Nurse
Westwood Hills Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Poplar Bluff, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Unit Secretary
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Maintained rapport with all unit staff, including physicians, nurse and other healthcare personnel.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone.
Patient Care Technician
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Registered Nurse.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, MO12.2020
Associate of Science -
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, MO08.2020
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Personal Care Needs
- Medication Administration
- Critical Care Nursing
- Patient and Family Education
- Policy and Procedure Compliance
- Direct Nursing Care
- Patient Management
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Patient Assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Prioritization of patient needs
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Staff Training
- Patient Advocacy
- Nurse and CNA Supervision
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Health Education
- Patient Care Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Westwood Hills Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Unit Secretary
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2020 - 03.2021
Patient Care Technician
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Three Rivers College
Associate of Science -
Three Rivers College
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University