Darcey Follett
Webster City,IA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daytime Charge Nurse
Follett
Webster City, IA
12.2017 - Current
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues..
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
- Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, procedures, and examinations.
- Performed wound care, including dressing changes and infection control measures.
- Supervised nursing assistants in providing safe patient care.
- Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
- Delivered culturally competent care tailored to diverse patient populations.
Registered Nurse
Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics
Clarion, Iowa
10.2003 - 07.2010
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests, procedures, and examinations.
- Utilized electronic medical records for accurate charting and reporting.
- Prioritized patient needs based on acuity and urgency levels.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
Second Shift Charge Nurse
USA Healthcare Clarion
Clarion, Iowa
10.1997 - 09.2003
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications and other pertinent information.
- Administered medications, IVs and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Directed nursing staff in providing quality patient care while maintaining standards of practice.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Provided emotional support for families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
- Performed wound care, including dressing changes and infection control measures.
- Supervised nursing assistants in providing safe patient care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
Buena Vista University
Storm Lake, Iowa05-1994
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA05-1991
Some College (No Degree) - MSN-Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Allen College
Waterloo, IASkills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Coordination
- Staff Supervision
- Rapport Building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Patient Assessment
- Team Leadership
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Care Standards
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate and Patient
- Medication Distribution
- Staff Education
- Personal Integrity
- Staff Scheduling
- Issue Resolution
- Mentoring and Coaching
- EMR Systems
- Duty delegation
- Health Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Calm and Composed
Accomplishments
Awarded 2nd in the state in Gerontology Knowledge Testing while as a Student Nurse through HOSA Organization.
Honored as Employee of the Month at both Iowa Specialy Hospitals and Clinics, and USA HealthCare Clarion.
Acted as Interim Nurse Administrator for the "Meadows," an Assisted Living Complex in Clarion.
Served on Both the Hazmat and Relay For Life Committees at Iowa Specialty Hospital.
Volunteered at Webster Cities "Free Clinic", Wilson Brewer Depot Museum, and Webster City Noon Kiwanis
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
Have an interest in Gardening, reading, watching old movies, and animals. Would like to work as a Foster Mom to animals with a local organization in the future.
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - [Year]
- CPR and BLS Certified-Current - [Year]
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Daytime Charge Nurse
Follett
12.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Iowa Specialty Hospitals and Clinics
10.2003 - 07.2010
Second Shift Charge Nurse
USA Healthcare Clarion
10.1997 - 09.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Iowa Central Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Psychology
Buena Vista University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Iowa Central Community College
Some College (No Degree) - MSN-Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Allen College
- Licensed Registered Nurse - [Year]
- CPR and BLS Certified-Current - [Year]
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