Deana Berube
Unionville
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive experience in oncology, post-operative care, and homecare settings. Proven expertise in pain management, wound care, and home safety. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU RN
Southington/Cheshire Surgery Center
09.2020 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and pain levels in post-anesthesia care unit to ensure timely interventions and optimal recovery.
- Administered medications for pain control and managed side effects of anesthesia.
- Educated post-operative surgical patients and families on care instructions and recovery processes, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in assessment and management of patient recovery progress.
- Implemented safety measures to minimize risks during recovery phase, promoting patient safety and well-being.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare staff to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
Homecare RN
Hartford Healthcare at Home
04.2020 - Current
- Assessed medical, surgical, and palliative patients, providing extensive education on medications and home safety.
- Provided personalized care in home settings, addressing unique needs of diverse populations.
- Developed individualized care plans based on thorough health assessments.
- Performed wound care management including dressing changes and debridement.
- Educated families on effective health management techniques and caregiving strategies to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems, contributing to enhanced service quality and patient satisfaction.
Staff and PACU RN
The Hospital of Central Connecticut-New Britain
New Britain
02.2008 - 01.2020
- Monitored patient vital signs in post-anesthesia care unit to ensure recovery.
- Trained new nursing staff on PACU protocols and infection control policies, promoting adherence to safety standards.
- Assessed and cared for oncology, medical-surgical, and telemetry patients, ensuring tailored treatment for diverse needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to formulate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses and care procedures, enhancing understanding of neutropenic precautions and post-operative recovery.
- Administered chemotherapy and other medications following physician orders.
- Documented patient assessments and responses to interventions accurately per hospital policy.
Homecare RN
Middlesex Hospital Homecare-Middletown
Middletown
11.2006 - 12.2008
- Assessed patient health needs and developed individualized nursing care plans.
- Provided personalized care in home settings for diverse populations.
- Executed wound care management, ensuring proper cleaning, dressing, and debridement to promote healing.
- Educated families on health management strategies and effective caregiving techniques to enhance patient well-being.
- Coordinated discharge planning to facilitate smooth transitions from hospitalization to home care, optimizing patient recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with regulations.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications in understandable terminology.
Staff RN
Middlesex Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2008
- Assessed and cared for adult and pediatric medical and surgical patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate treatment plans, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, documenting accurately.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management, facilitating smoother recovery.
- Acted as charge nurse and managed assignments effectively.
- Delegated tasks to patient care technicians, improving overall patient care delivery.
- Documented patient progress in electronic records, maintaining thorough communication.
Staff RN
New Britain General Hospital-New Britain
New Britain
06.2004 - 01.2007
- Monitored telemetry patients, reporting vital sign changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Provided direct patient care and assessed medical and post-operative patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, documenting all actions accurately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adapt individualized care plans.
- Counseled patients on diagnoses and lifestyle adjustments, supporting chronic disease management and improving patient understanding.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and mentored colleagues, enhancing teamwork and adherence to best practices.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients.
- Coordinated daily care assignments with charge nurse to optimize patient outcomes.
CNA/HHA
Middlesex Hospital Homecare-Middletown
Middletown
01.1997 - 06.2004
- Performed activities of daily living for hospice patients, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided compassionate care in home settings, supporting physical and emotional needs.
- Monitored patient conditions, reporting changes to registered nurse or physician to enable timely interventions.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care requirements and emotional support.
- Documented patient status accurately, facilitating timely information flow within healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics to ensure patient safety.
CNA
Masonic Home and Hospital-Wallingford
Wallingford
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Assisted residents with Alzheimer's in activities of daily living, supporting personal care and hygiene needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs of patients, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive and quality patient care.
- Documented resident information accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance.
- Facilitated communication among residents, families, and healthcare professionals to improve care plans.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols, supporting resident health and safety.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and stay updated on best practices.
- Recognized and reported signs of abuse or neglect following established policies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Community College
Hartford, CT01-2004
Skills
- Diabetes and surgical patient care
- Wound management
- Colostomy care
- End-of-life care training
- Post-anesthesia recovery
- Pediatric care experience
- Epic and HCHB charting
- Patient education and phone support
- Medication delivery expertise
Certification
- Chemotherapy Certification, ONS, 2014
- Alice Training, 2026
- ACLS, 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, 2026
- Oncology certified RN, 2014-2017
- ONS Chemotherapy & Provider Card, 2014-2017
Additional Information
More references can be obtained per request. Thank you for your time!
Timeline
PACU RN
Southington/Cheshire Surgery Center
09.2020 - Current
Homecare RN
Hartford Healthcare at Home
04.2020 - Current
Staff and PACU RN
The Hospital of Central Connecticut-New Britain
02.2008 - 01.2020
Staff RN
Middlesex Hospital
01.2007 - 02.2008
Homecare RN
Middlesex Hospital Homecare-Middletown
11.2006 - 12.2008
Staff RN
New Britain General Hospital-New Britain
06.2004 - 01.2007
CNA/HHA
Middlesex Hospital Homecare-Middletown
01.1997 - 06.2004
CNA
Masonic Home and Hospital-Wallingford
01.1994 - 01.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Capital Community College