Danzella Jones
Beecher,IL
Summary
I'm a highly-motivated employee with the desire to take on new challenges. I obtain strong work ethics, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I have experience working effectively unsupervised while quickly mastering new skills. I have a successful record of reducing patient dissatisfaction through acknowledgment, decisive communication, and focused solutions. I have been nominated for the Daisy award on multiple occasions during my time as a nurse. I'm seeking for new opportunities and positions where I can expand my knowledge and skills while facilitating company growth and patient satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Franciscan Alliance
Olympia Fields, IL
9/11/23 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when managing complex cases involving multiple comorbidities or rapidly changing clinical situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on disease processes, treatment options, self-care techniques, and medications to promote informed decisionmaking.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from a nursing perspective to improve overall patient management strategies.
- Reduced infection rates by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sterile technique during wound dressings and invasive procedures.
- Managed complex medication regimens for multiple patients simultaneously while ensuring accuracy in administration and timely delivery of prescribed treatments.
- Conducted patient and family teaching sessions on discharge planning, postoperative care, and health maintenance to promote successful transitions to home or other care settings.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families during challenging health experiences.
- Recognized early warning signs of deteriorating patient conditions, initiating rapid response measures to prevent further complications or emergencies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Provided expert clinical judgment during rapidly evolving situations, initiating appropriate interventions to maximize patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Home Health Caregiver
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - Current
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
CNA, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Hospital
St Louis, MO
11.2010 - 11.2014
- Demonstrated expertise in neonatal resuscitation techniques, leading to improved survival rates for at-risk infants born under challenging circumstances.
- Enhanced maternal and infant safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely reporting of any abnormalities.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during labor and delivery.
- Provided comprehensive care for high-risk pregnancies, including monitoring of gestational diabetes or preeclampsia, leading to successful birth experiences despite potential complications.
- Provided emotional support to mothers throughout labor, offering encouragement and reassurance as needed.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the labor and delivery unit, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (RN)
Rasmussen University
Mokena, IL03.2021
Skills
- Care Plan Management
- Compassionate Client Care
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Quality Program Protocols
- Time Management
- First Aid and CPR
- Mental Health Support
- Client Relationship and Rapport
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Documentation and Reporting
- Performance Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Patient Care Coordination
- Tracheostomy Care
- Physical Assessment
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Education
- Patient Management
- Basic Life Support
- ADL Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Catheter Care
- Care Planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound Care
- Discharge Planning
- Quality Improvement
Physical assessments
Patient and family advocacy
Lab result interpretation
Foley catheters
Patient evaluation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Performing EKGs
Newborn care
Palliative care awareness
Infection control measures
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Illinois Department of Rehabilitation
01.2015 - Current
CNA, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Hospital
11.2010 - 11.2014
RN, Medical-Surgical
Franciscan Alliance
9/11/23 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (RN)
Rasmussen University