Darlett Holm
Olympia,WA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Providence St. Peter's Hospital, specializing in pre-operative and recovery care, and endoscopy procedures. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessments, medication administration, moderate sedation and emergency endoscopic procedures, coupled with exceptional relationship-building skills. Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication and high-quality care. Trained staff, enhancing clinic efficiency and safety protocols. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Operative/Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Providence St. Peter's Hospital
11.2016 - Current
- Provides compassionate and comprehensive care to patients, ensuring they are physically and emotionally prepared for surgery. Conducting head-to-toe assessments, H&P, medication review, obtain patients vitals, place PIV, administer medications as ordered, and document findings accurately in EPIC.
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Reduces patient anxiety by providing comprehensive education on surgery preparation, procedures, and post-operative care.
- Improves overall patient satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering compassionate and high-quality nursing care throughout the entire pre-op/recovery experience.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Providence St. Peter Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Established strong rapport with patients undergoing invasive procedures, alleviating anxiety levels before commencing treatments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Assistant Head GI Nurse
Madigan Hospital JBLM
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Supervised daily operations of a busy GI Clinic and Procedure Center, ensuring high standards of patient care and staff performance.
- Implemented tele-education for patients undergoing procedures, improving patient preparation and reducing procedure delays.
- Created a comprehensive resource binder for the Assistant Head Nurse role, streamlining onboarding and ensuring consistency in operations.
- Streamlined scheduling for anesthesia-provided procedures, reducing patient wait times and improving clinic efficiency.
- Managed timecards, payroll, and leave requests for clinic staff, ensuring accurate and timely compensation.
- Conducted annual employee performance reviews, provided feedback for professional development, and participated in the hiring process to ensure the selection of qualified candidates.
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Providence St. Peter Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2014
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Maintained the monthly employee schedule, approved time-off requests, and ensured the Endoscopy department ran efficiently based on patient acuity and staffing parameters.
- Assisted in endoscopic procedures, including EGD, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, ERCP, endoscopic ultrasound, and endo-bronchial ultrasound. Provided procedural sedation for both critical and acute care inpatients and outpatients.
- Trained as an EPIC Super-user to assist RNs with EMR system issues and built procedure preference cards for the Endoscopy department to improve workflow efficiency.
- Active participant on the Endoscopy Operations Committee, contributing to department-wide decisions and process improvements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA06.2008
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA08.2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Relationship Building
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection control measures
- Team Coordination
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Pre-Operative/Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Providence St. Peter's Hospital
11.2016 - Current
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Providence St. Peter Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2016
Assistant Head GI Nurse
Madigan Hospital JBLM
04.2014 - 10.2014
Endoscopy Charge Nurse
Providence St. Peter Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
South Puget Sound Community College
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
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