Danielle Jeffries
Alexandria,MN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse at Glacial Ridge Health System, excelling in patient management and clinical judgment. Demonstrated experience in chronic disease management and direct patient care, enhancing patient recovery rates. Skilled in team coordination, significantly improving treatment outcomes and patient education. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Glacial Ridge Health System
11.2023 - Current
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Implemented hands-on and therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
Registered Nurse
ReEntry Crisis Stabilization Facility
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Completed initial admission and re-assessments based of mental health symptoms and changes.
- Educated patients on medical and mental health conditions, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Educated patients on harm reduction.
- Assisted patients with obtaining HIV/STD testing and screenings, establishing primary care providers, scheduling medical appointments, coordinated therapy services.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Promoted different treatment options based on readiness for change.
- Provided care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and those dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Worked alongside a dedicated team that included: a program director, mental health therapists, licensed clinical psychologists/professionals, and mental health professionals.
Registered Nurse
The Heights Treatment Facility
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Moorhead, MN12.2019
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical assessment
- Patient Management
- Patient Discharge
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Team Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Glacial Ridge Health System
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
ReEntry Crisis Stabilization Facility
03.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
The Heights Treatment Facility
06.2021 - 02.2022
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen College
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