Dean Durden
Altamonte Springs,FL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in post-surgical cardiac care and bone marrow transplant. Skilled in developing comprehensive care plans, administering complex treatments, and providing emotional support, driving optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Thoracic Post-Surgical
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
06.2025 - Current
- Managed post-surgical care for patients recovering from open heart procedures and thoracic surgeries, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients during stressful medical situations, fostering resilience and comfort.
- Oversaw management of invasive devices, including central venous catheters and feeding tubes.
- Delivered nursing care to acutely ill adults with cardiac conditions such as myocardial infarction.
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control procedures for safe patient environments.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring optimal support and effective interventions.
Registered Nurse - Bone Marrow Transplant
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, Florida
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments following established protocols.
- Monitored critical labs and transfused blood products and electrolytes per protocol.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and self-care techniques, ensuring understanding of side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient responses and adjust care as necessary.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from acute care to home environments, supporting continuity of care.
- Guided families in understanding end-of-life decisions during advanced cancer stages, ensuring compassionate support.
- Monitored patient vital signs during treatment sessions to ensure safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, side effects, and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient responses and adjust care as necessary.
- Provided guidance to family regarding end-of-life decisions in advanced cancer stages.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Valencia College
Orlando, FL05-2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Chemotherapy administration
- Lab result interpretation
- Tracheostomy care
- Infection control
- Care plan development
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Thoracic Post-Surgical
Orlando Regional Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Bone Marrow Transplant
Orlando Regional Medical Center
06.2024 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Valencia College