Danielle Livings
Lafayette,LA
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Our lady of lourdes medical center
Lafayette, LA
03.2022 - Current
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's progress in accordance with established standards of care.
- Supervised nursing staff on a daily basis, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Managed acute episodes of illness and coordinated long-term care plans for chronic diseases.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and hospital policies and procedures.
- Coordinated timely discharge planning activities including post-discharge follow up visits with patients and families.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for abnormal findings.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessment findings, interventions and evaluation of outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures per departmental protocols.
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Physical Rehab
Lafayette, LA
10.2015 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lafayette General Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, blood products and other treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed wound dressing changes as needed and assisted with wound debridement when indicated.
- Assisted physicians with intraoperative tasks such as suturing, hemostasis, tissue handling.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care instructions including diet restrictions, activity levels, follow up appointments.
- Identified potential risk factors for anesthetic complications prior to induction of general anesthesia.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations such as.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
Lafayette, LA
08.2017 - 11.2022
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Healthcare
Lafayette, LA
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment as needed for the dialysis unit.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Specialty-LTAC
Lafayette, Louisiana
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Performing assessments of patients' physical and mental health status.
- Providing direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Supervising nursing staff in the provision of quality care for long-term acute care patients.
- Educating patients and families on disease prevention and management.
- Coordinating with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans for LTAC patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound dressing, administering medications, catheterization, and IV therapy.
- Demonstrated leadership by serving as charge nurse when needed.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Univeristy Mecical Center
Lafayette, LA
07.2006 - 10.2013
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
LSU-Eunice
Eunice05-2014
Diploma of Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Louisiana Technical College
Lafayette, LA05-2006
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Healthcare ethics
- IV management
- Ventilation support
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lafayette General Medical Center
11.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Our lady of lourdes medical center
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Healthcare
03.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Gifted Healthcare
08.2017 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Physical Rehab
10.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Specialty-LTAC
08.2014 - 10.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Univeristy Mecical Center
07.2006 - 10.2013
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Associate of Science - Nursing
LSU-Eunice
Diploma of Licensed Practical Nursing - LPN
Louisiana Technical College
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