Daphne Ennett
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified multidisciplinary RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 30+ year record in field including, management, emergency medicine, ambulatory, pre-operative and vascular access patient care. Looking to relocate to Little River, SC.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
11.2021 - Current
- Provided patient education and support regarding vascular access devices.
- Assessed, monitored and troubleshooted patients with central venous catheters.
- Performed dressing changes on vascular access sites to maintain patency
- Maintained a safe environment when caring for patients with vascular access devices.
- Utilized ultrasound technology to place peripheral IVs and blood draws as needed.
- Implemented evidence based practice guidelines related to care of VADs.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Pre Surgery Holding RN
Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
06.2012 - 11.2021
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Ambulatory Nurse Manager
Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
11.1999 - 10.2011
- Provided supervision of diverse clinical population, including Family Practice, Pediatrics, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Telephone Triage and Adolescent medicine. Also supervised ancillary staff including labortory and radiology.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
- Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
- Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
- Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Prebyterian Hospital
Charlotte, NC
03.1994 - 03.2002
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate General Studies
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCSkills
- Vascular Acess
- Direct Patient Care
- Training staff
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Ultrasound Guided phlebotomy and IV starts
- Leadership
Timeline
Vascular Access Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
11.2021 - Current
Pre Surgery Holding RN
Atrium Healthcare
06.2012 - 11.2021
Ambulatory Nurse Manager
Atrium Healthcare
11.1999 - 10.2011
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Prebyterian Hospital
03.1994 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate General Studies
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill