Dannetta Darden
Cleveland Heights,OH
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Cleveland Clinic Hospital, excelling in rapid patient assessment and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations and enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and clinical judgment. Skilled in both direct patient care and infection control, adept at delivering culturally competent care to diverse populations.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Clinical Technician
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Ensured a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control procedures and proper equipment handling techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, gathering vital signs, medical histories, and presenting symptoms for accurate diagnosis.
- Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication skills.
- Helped maintain a clean clinical environment through regular equipment sterilization procedures, reducing the risk of infections or complications.
- Worked with physicians and nurses in patience care excellence.
Communications Officer
Cleveland Clinic Police Department
05.2016 - 01.2019
- Increased efficiency through continuous evaluation of communication protocols, identifying areas for improvement.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying up-to-date on best practices for police communications procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes by updating call center software with relevant data input features.
- Conducted regular equipment checks to ensure optimal functionality, minimizing technical issues during operations.
- Handled non-emergency calls professionally, directing callers towards appropriate resources or departments as needed.
- Managed high-pressure situations calmly, providing accurate information to first responders during critical incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio12-2022
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Intake and discharge
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Clinical Technician
Cleveland Clinic Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2021
Communications Officer
Cleveland Clinic Police Department
05.2016 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
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