Darcelle Williams
Washington,DC
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified MedSurg RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 10+ year record in field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
Falls Church, VA
08.2015 - Current
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of living environments for clients.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients who lacked access to reliable transportation.
- Acted as an advocate for vulnerable populations by advocating for policy changes at the state level.
- Provided hands-on and proactive leadership to community services staff.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Advised staff members on effective strategies for working with challenging client behaviors.
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Francisco, CA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide safe patient care.
- Directed and instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Adhered to infection control policies and procedures when performing duties related to patient care.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
San Francisco, CA
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Initiated preventative measures against potential risks identified through assessment processes.
- Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Capital Caring Hospice
Falls Church, VA
02.2017 - 09.2021
- Identified medical equipment and supplies needed by patient; arranged for delivery and set up as appropriate.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Performed initial assessments of new patients to determine hospice eligibility.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations involving hospice patients and provided crisis intervention when needed.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park, MD12-2014
Skills
- Health Care Consultation
- Data Collection
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Medical Assessment
- Diabetes Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Care Planning
- Infectious Disease Control
- Chart Updating
- IV Drug Therapy Management
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- CMSRN
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
04.2022 - 09.2022
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Capital Caring Hospice
02.2017 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Washington Adventist University