Daphna McLean
Junction City
Summary
Knowledgeable and proactive medical ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Medical Intensive Care Unit
Salina Regional Health Care
Salina , KS
11.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Registered Nurse-Medical Intensive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Performed accurate physical and psychosocial assessment to identify patient's needs or change in condition
- Formulated and prioritized care plan based on assessment in accordance with provider orders, procedures, and protocols
- Recognized and responded to change in patient's status in a timely and appropriate manner
- Observed, evaluated, and communicated the effects of treatments and interventions
- Communicated with patients and caregivers regarding changes in patient care and treatment plans
- Completed and maintained accurate documentation and records in a clear and timely manner
- Advocated for patients and families' needs, and provided emotional support for patients and their families
- Participated in professional organizations and continuing education to improve practice knowledge and skills.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented changes in patients' conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Ensured that all nursing interventions were completed according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly responding to changes in patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Increased efficiency in the Progressive Care Unit by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time.
Registered Nurse, Medical Progressive Care Unit
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Facilitated smooth transitions from ICU level of care to lower acuity units by providing thorough handoff reports at shift change or upon transferdischarge.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain clinical competency and stay current on best practices in critical care nursing.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments upon admission to the Medical Intensive Care Unit, accurately identifying urgent needs and prioritizing interventions accordingly.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately monitoring and interpreting EKG data.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) FNP -
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL10-2023
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL03-2021
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Rasmussen College of Nursing
Tampa,FL10-2020
Nursing Diploma LPN -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Knoxville, TN04.2014
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Physical and psychosocial assessment
- Care plan formulation and prioritization
- Change recognition and response
- Treatment and intervention evaluation and communication
- Patient care and treatment plan communication
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Patient and family advocacy and emotional support
- Professional development and continuing education
- Supply management and accountability
- Ventilator management
- Ethical Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Resource Utilization
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Resource Monitoring
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- Honest and Dependable
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Emergency Interventions
- Patient Monitoring
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- IV setup
- Decision-Making
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Electronic Charting
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
Affiliations
- American Nurse Association- August 2023-Present
- Florida Nurse Association- August 2023-Present
- American Association of Critical Care Nurse- June 2023-Present
- Army Reserves Veteran, 92Y-|December 2015- June 2022
Certification
- APRN License- November 2025
- FNP-BC- November 2028
- RN License- July 2024
- ACLS- Advance Cardiac Life Support- August 2025
- BLS- Basic Life Support- August 2025
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support- May 2026
Languages
French
Professional Working
Creole
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse Medical Intensive Care Unit
Salina Regional Health Care
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse-Medical Intensive Care Unit
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical Progressive Care Unit
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2021
- APRN License- November 2025
- FNP-BC- November 2028
- RN License- July 2024
- ACLS- Advance Cardiac Life Support- August 2025
- BLS- Basic Life Support- August 2025
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support- May 2026
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) FNP -
Chamberlain University
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Rasmussen College of Nursing
Nursing Diploma LPN -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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