Deanna Rosa
Wailuku
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience at Hale Makua, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and individualized care plans. Recognized for adaptability in high-pressure situations and dedication to promoting a culture of teamwork and patient-centered care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Wailuku
08.2023 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Kahului
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Graduate Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Kahului
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans, promoting patient health and wellbeing.
- Promoted effective pain management strategies through close monitoring of patients'' needs and prompt reporting of changes in condition.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while handling confidential patient information with utmost professionalism and discretion.
- Supported patients'' mobility through safe transfers, ambulation assistance, and range-of-motion exercises.
Education
Certificate Of Nursing / LPN - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
Kahului, HI12.2022
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
KahuluiSkills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Emergency response
- Patient relationship building
- ADL assistance
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Patient intake
- Preventive care
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Palliative care
- Behavioral assessment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Chronic disease management
- Mental health support
- Medical records management
- Maintaining nutrition
- Pain management
- Patient safety protocols
- Charting and recording
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Wailuku
08.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Kahului
05.2023 - 08.2023
Graduate Practical Nurse
Hale Makua Kahului
03.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate Of Nursing / LPN - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
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