Danielle Sands BSN, RN
Registered Nurse
Springfield,MO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN, BSN) with 7 plus years in the healthcare field. This profession has given a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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.
Nursing License- 2017013301 Missouri
ACLS
BLS
Stroke Certified
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
MedSurg Tele Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield, MO
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
Medical Surgical Nurse
Shannon Medical Center
San Angelo , TX
04.2023 - Current
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assessed patient status during procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Travel Nurse
Coast Medical Service
Wichita Falls, TX
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
Pediatric Nurse
Shannon Medical Center
San Angelo, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Thrived in high volume atmosphere providing care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries and life-threatening conditions.
Travel Nurse
Coast Medical
San Angelo, TX
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Sunterra Springs
Springfield , MO
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
Travel Nurse
AMN Healthcare
Turlock , CA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Infusion Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield, MO
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic medical environment and guided and directed members of health care team to encourage quality patient care.
- Created warm and inviting atmosphere through use of soft music to help patients feel less stressed while undergoing treatment.
Nurse Manger/MDS Coordinator
Truman Health Care
Lamar, MO
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Citizens Memorial Hospital
Springfield, MO
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Women and Newborn Registered Nurse
Cox Medical Center
Springfield , MO
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Welcometech
Springfield , MO
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College
Springfield, MO 01.2013 - 12.2016
No Degree - Nursing
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Oroville High School
Oroville, CA 09.2006 - 06.2010
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Acute care expertise
EMR / EHR
Medication Administration
Chronic disease management
Professional bedside manner
Lab result interpretation
Relationship building
Timeline
MedSurg Tele Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Welcometech
12.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Nurse
Shannon Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse
Coast Medical Service
01.2023 - 04.2023
Pediatric Nurse
Shannon Medical Center
06.2022 - 12.2022
Travel Nurse
Coast Medical
06.2021 - 06.2022
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Sunterra Springs
08.2020 - 05.2021
Infusion Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Springfield
09.2019 - 05.2020
Travel Nurse
AMN Healthcare
05.2019 - 08.2019
Nurse Manger/MDS Coordinator
Truman Health Care
09.2018 - 08.2019
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Citizens Memorial Hospital
09.2017 - 09.2018
Women and Newborn Registered Nurse
Cox Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cox College
01.2013 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Oroville High School
09.2006 - 06.2010
No Degree - Nursing
California Baptist University
05.2001 -
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