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Deanna Persiani, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FNP-C

Morrow,Ohio

Summary

Compassionate Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with 20 years of comprehensive patient care experience providing acute care, wellness exams, and chronic disease management for diverse populations in high acuity settings. Devoted to the education and training of nursing students at all levels of education. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Passionate about raising suicide awareness through community efforts, increased screening, and education. Ohio RN Licensure: RN-320790. Ohio APRN Licensure: APRN.CNP.0035296. Board Certifications: AANP and ANCC.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Immersive Experience

University Of Cincinnati
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
  • Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

TriHealth
02.2018 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Registered Nurse, Reproductive Health

TriHealth
07.2017 - 02.2018
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Registered Nurse

Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon Endo-Surgery
08.2011 - 05.2017
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance during emergent situations involving medical product.
  • Trained and provided coaching to non-nursing team members.
  • Generated reports to track performance and analyze trends.
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost new hire learning.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cincinnati Children's Hospital
03.2008 - 08.2011
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Registered Nurse

Fort Hamilton Hospital
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
08.2023

Certificate - Nursing Education

University of Cincinnati College of Nursing
Cincinnati, Ohio
08.2023

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

The Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Cincinnati, OH
05.2020

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

The Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Cincinnati, OH
08.2005

Skills

  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Acute and Chronic Health Issues
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Clinical Instruction
  • Excellent Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Preventive Care
  • Staff Training
  • Clinical Care Standards
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Student Oversight
  • Mentoring

Timeline

Immersive Experience

University Of Cincinnati
04.2022 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

TriHealth
02.2018 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse, Reproductive Health

TriHealth
07.2017 - 02.2018

Registered Nurse

Johnson & Johnson, Ethicon Endo-Surgery
08.2011 - 05.2017

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cincinnati Children's Hospital
03.2008 - 08.2011

Registered Nurse

Fort Hamilton Hospital
09.2005 - 03.2008

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing

University of Cincinnati

Certificate - Nursing Education

University of Cincinnati College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

The Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

The Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Deanna Persiani, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FNP-C