Deana Daugherty
R.N.
Wood Village,OR
Summary
Driven, hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 10-year record of success in nursing and desiring DNS position with post-acute care facility.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
P.C.M
Village Healthcare
Gresham, OR
08.2018 - Current
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies
- Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care
- Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care
- Managed JP drains and chest, nasogastric, G and peg tubes
Infection Control Officer, ADON, Staffing
Prestige Care, Inc
Portland, OR
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility
R.C.M.
Prestige Post-acute Rehab
Portland, OR
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Documented medications administered, treatments and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies
- Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care
- Managed various medications and treatments such as peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and and intramuscular injections
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs
Care Manager
Humana
Youngstown, OH
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces
- Interpreted regulations to identify patient care requirement criteria to be monitored and establish systems to achieve compliance
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing and other enabling services for patients
- Analyzed key performance indicators to assess and manage risk, evaluating patient care and creating procedural changes to increase efficiency
- Arranged transportation and documented details of discharge transition plans
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations
Charge nurse
LPN, Humility House
Austintown, OH
12.2012 - 07.2015
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction
LPN
Meridian Arms
Austintown, OH
02.2011 - 07.2015
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications
- Conducted patient assessments to obtain patient health history, pain levels, allergies and vital signs
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments
- Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding
STNA
Masternick Memorial
New Middletown, OH
06.2010 - 02.2011
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
S.T.N.A.
STNA, Dallas Retirement Village
Dallas, OR
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
Sales Representative
Tommy Bahamas
Wailea, HI
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Expanded customer base and boosted profit within product line.
Shift Leader
Blockbuster, Kahului
Kahului, HI
08.2004 - 08.2006
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Oversaw talented team by actively communicating project information, remedying issues and delivering positive feedback.
- 100% on mystery shopper
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills
Office Assistant
Maui Family Footcare
Kahului, HI
01.2002 - 06.2006
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.
- Prepared meeting rooms and materials and recorded important information.
- Obtaining patient records
- Filing charts
- Billing
- Administering x-rays in house
Education
Associate of Applied Science - R.N.
Excelsior College
Albany, NY 01.2020 - 06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - L.P.N.
Hannah Mullins School of Practical Nursing
Salem, OH 01.2014 - 02.2015
Associate of Arts - Film Studies
New York Film Academy, New York
Los Angeles, CA 01.2007 - 09.2008
Skills
Patient care planning
undefinedTimeline
Infection Control Officer, ADON, Staffing
Prestige Care, Inc
01.2021 - 03.2021
Associate of Applied Science - R.N.
Excelsior College
01.2020 - 06.2022
P.C.M
Village Healthcare
08.2018 - Current
R.C.M.
Prestige Post-acute Rehab
07.2015 - 07.2018
Care Manager
Humana
01.2015 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Science - L.P.N.
Hannah Mullins School of Practical Nursing
01.2014 - 02.2015
Charge nurse
LPN, Humility House
12.2012 - 07.2015
LPN
Meridian Arms
02.2011 - 07.2015
STNA
Masternick Memorial
06.2010 - 02.2011
S.T.N.A.
STNA, Dallas Retirement Village
09.2008 - 06.2010
Sales Representative
Tommy Bahamas
10.2007 - 03.2008
Associate of Arts - Film Studies
New York Film Academy, New York
01.2007 - 09.2008
Shift Leader
Blockbuster, Kahului
08.2004 - 08.2006
Office Assistant
Maui Family Footcare
01.2002 - 06.2006
References
Emily House S.S.D.
503-260-2386, Emily.House@prestigecare.com
Note: I worked side by side with this social worker when I worked at Prestige Post-Acute Rehabilitation 2015-2018. She is now a corporate social worker working for Prestige.
Dr. Merrill Harris
503-341-8874, merrill.harris@crmphysicians.com
Note: Dr. Harris was the main physician at Village Health Care during the peak of the pandemic 2020-2021. I worked with her for a little over a year. Reference letter available upon request.
Jeanette Coblentz
971-678-4750, ssa@villagehc.com
Note: I work side by side with this social service assistant at Village Health Care from 2019-2022.
Jenny Abeling
503-956-1010, jabeling@gmail.com
Note: Jenny was the admissions director at Village Health Care from 2018-2019 and at Prestige 2017-2018.
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