Darlene Mwangi
Monterey,CA
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified emergency RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 24+ year record in field.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Registered Nurse Traveler
RNnetwork
Boston, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Monitored condition of up to eight patients per shift to identify concerning changes and mitigate symptoms.
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital Emergency Room
Boston, MA
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed multiple trauma cases simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Facilitated effective communication between providers regarding changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient histories, treatments, medications, progress notes, and discharge summaries for use in patient follow-up visits.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses, treatment plans, and post-treatment instructions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to provide quick solutions to complex medical situations in the ER setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health record systems used within the facility.
Travel ER Registered Nurse
St Charles Bend
Bend, OR
04.2023 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
ER Registered Nurse
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
ER Registered Nurse Traveler
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient assessment results and treatments.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support skills when caring for critically ill patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations like trauma or cardiac arrest cases.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans for patients.
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Community First Medical Center
Chicago, IL
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Enforced disease prevention protocols among staff members, patients and visitors.
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
- Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.
- Participated in patient and family planning processes, provided instructions and addressed questions and/ concerns.
- Investigated and reported accidents, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff.
- Maintained correct number of staffers to meet budget parameters while promoting high levels of patient care.
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidents.
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Newton Wellsley Hospital
Newton, MA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Managed multiple trauma cases simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Assessed need for additional testing or referrals to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Facilitated effective communication between providers regarding changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient histories, treatments, medications, progress notes, and discharge summaries for use in patient follow-up visits.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and provided treatments as prescribed by physicians.
ER Registered Nurse
Chestnut Hill Community Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Managed multiple trauma cases simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Assessed need for additional testing or referrals to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Facilitated effective communication between providers regarding changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient histories, treatments, medications, progress notes, and discharge summaries for use in patient follow-up visits.
- Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and provided treatments as prescribed by physicians.
ER Registered Nurse
Harrington Hospital
Southbridge, MA
03.2013 - 02.2019
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
- Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
ER Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse
Saint Vincents Hospital
Worcester, MA
08.1999 - 02.2013
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Managed a high volume of patients while prioritizing emergent cases for timely interventions.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
- Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Becker College
Worcester, MA06-1999
Skills
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Discharge Planning
- Cardiac Monitoring
- IV Insertion
- Patient Stabilization
- Pediatric Care
- Geriatric Care
- Compassionate Care
- Trauma Management
- Emergency Care
- Patient Examination
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation
- Wound Care
- Vitals Monitoring
- Student Precepting
- Professionalism
- Unit Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- CEN
Timeline
ER Registered Nurse Traveler
RNnetwork
01.2024 - Current
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital Emergency Room
08.2023 - 01.2024
Travel ER Registered Nurse
St Charles Bend
04.2023 - 07.2023
ER Registered Nurse
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
05.2022 - 03.2023
ER Registered Nurse Traveler
Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula
11.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Community First Medical Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Newton Wellsley Hospital
03.2020 - 05.2020
ER Registered Nurse
Chestnut Hill Community Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2020
Travel ER Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania Hospital
02.2019 - 05.2019
ER Registered Nurse
Harrington Hospital
03.2013 - 02.2019
ER Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse
Saint Vincents Hospital
08.1999 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Becker College
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