Deanna Flowers
Milan,MI
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at U Of M Hospital, excelling in patient advocacy and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance care efficiency and streamline workflows, leading to improved patient outcomes. Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills foster collaborative care plans and patient education initiatives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
U Of M Hospital
Milan, MI
05.1985 - 02.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing urgent needs for efficient care delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records in the computer base in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance patient care efficiency and reduce wait times.
- Championed patient advocacy to secure essential resources and support services.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI05-1985
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Wound care
IV setup
Patient monitoring
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Collecting vitals
Medication distribution
Tracheostomy care
Lab result interpretation
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Intake and discharge
Maintaining privacy
Chart updating
Procedure preparations
Staff supervision
Patient counseling
Emergency procedures
Data collection
Cardiac care
Medical recordkeeping
Oxygen saturation standards
Removing sutures
Preventive health
Family advocacy
Software use
Appointment scheduling
Certification
2001 Nursing Excellence Nominee
4 You're Super Certifications from families.
1 UMHS Nursing Preceptor Certifications.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
U Of M Hospital
05.1985 - 02.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Washtenaw Community College