Dawn Hildebrand, MSN, RN
Collegeville,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated registered nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Buxmont Gastroenterology
Sellersville, PA
11.2016 - Current
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Assistant Professor
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA
10.2012 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to undergraduate students in the clinical setting.
- Provided instruction and guidance to undergraduate students in the classroom setting.
- Developed and implemented teaching methods that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development initiatives to ensure academic excellence.
- Advised students on their academic plans, career paths, and personal goals.
- Provided feedback on student projects during office hours or via email correspondence.
- Edited course materials such as syllabi or lecture notes prior to their distribution.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss department goals and strategy.
- Used multiple teaching styles to meet learning needs of each individual student.
- Maintained students' attendance records, grades and reports in strict confidence.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Chestnut Hill Hospital
Philadelphia , PA
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided high-level nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient's vital signs, symptoms and lab results on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare personnel to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by managing assigned workload efficiently.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments administered and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital
Lansdale, PA
06.2006 - 07.2015
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs to identify any changes in health status.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for patients with critical illnesses or injuries.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans based on assessment findings.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans and evaluate progress of critically ill patients.
- Educated family members about the patient's condition, treatments, and discharge planning needs.
- Maintained accurate medical records documenting all patient assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
- Monitored laboratory values for trends in order to anticipate potential complications.
- Recognized cardiopulmonary arrest situations promptly and initiated life-saving measures accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to families of ICU patients throughout their hospital stay.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care when necessary by respecting the wishes of the family.
- Functioned as charge nurse managing patient assignments and medical emergencies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PAAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PABachelor of Arts - Psychology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Understand and implement aseptic technic during procedures
- Understand and recall steps for procedures in sequence
- Quick learner
- Ability to adapt
- Anticipate procedural needs
- Procedure preparations
- Receptive to training
- Open to constructive feedback
- Strong listening and communication skills
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Infectious disease control
- Emergency Response
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Medication Distribution
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — American Heart Association.
- Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR Certification- American Heart Association.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Buxmont Gastroenterology
11.2016 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Chestnut Hill Hospital
09.2016 - 05.2018
Assistant Professor
Montgomery County Community College
10.2012 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Jefferson Lansdale Hospital
06.2006 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Immaculata University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Montgomery County Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Temple University
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