Danielle Snyder
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Registered Nurse who is proficient in designated roles as Charge Nurse and Preceptor within the fast-paced and high-stress environment of the Emergency Department. Oversees colleagues, patient care, and basic unit operations while coordinating with providers to ensure safe and efficient care is delivered in a timely manner. Serves as the initial point of contact on shift for staff members when questions arise. Works diligently and safely to resolve any issues within the unit and keep the department running smoothly. Dedicated to ensuring patient safety, satisfaction, and quality of care provided through attentive service and advocacy. Eager for new opportunities and experiences to grow.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dukes Memorial Hospital
Peru, IN
12.2022 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Create, implement, and evaluate patient care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
- Assess and prepare patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Assess patient needs, prioritize treatment, maintain patient flows, and assist physicians with procedures.
- Maintain personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Collect lab specimens, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and analyze lab results.
- Maintain thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Act as a patient advocate and implement total patient care through the team nursing process.
- Advocate for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
Kokomo, Indiana
07.2021 - Current
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care, taking into consideration unit census, and budgeting.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Train and mentor new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Update charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborate with physicians to plan post-treatment home care, and prevent return hospitalization.
- Adhere to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Administer medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Create, implement, and evaluate patient care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
- Assess and prepare patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Facilitate a holistic care approach, taking into consideration physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Evaluate patients, recognize and address complications, and coordinate treatment with other members of the critical care team.
- Assess patient needs, prioritize treatment, maintain patient flows, and assist physicians with procedures.
- Collect lab specimens, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and analyze lab results.
- Act as a patient advocate and implement total patient care through the team nursing process.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Care for special consideration populations, such as neonates, pediatrics, geriatrics, and obstetrics.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Kokomo, IN05.2021
Skills
- Delegation
- Clear communication
- Problem-solving, critical thinking
- Supervision of staff
- Time management
- Employee performance evaluation
- Compassionate and caring
- Flexible and adaptable
- Team leader
- Patient monitoring and assessments
- Ultrasound-guided IV insertion
- Intraosseous insertion
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Safe medication administration
- Procedure assistance
- EHR proficiency
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- De-escalation
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification [2021-present]
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification [2021-present]
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification [2021-present]
- Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana, License number [28267273A]
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Certification [2022-present]
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Dukes Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
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