DEAUNDRIA MCARTHUR BSN, RN
Hoover,AL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience, currently specializing in dialysis. Brings a diverse background in care coordination, operating room nursing, and medical-surgical nursing. Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care and safety, with proven skills in managing complex care needs, supporting surgical teams, and coordinating comprehensive care plans. Known for a patient-centered approach, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to achieve optimal outcomes in various healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita Dialysis
2024.01 - Current
- Administer hemodialysis treatments to patients with end-stage renal disease in an outpatient clinic, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Conduct pre- and post-treatment assessments, including monitoring vital signs, vascular access, and fluid balances, and responded promptly to any complications.
- Educate patients and their families on managing kidney disease, dietary guidelines, fluid restrictions, and the importance of dialysis adherence to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Collaborate with nephrologists and interdisciplinary teams to adjust care plans based on lab results, patient progress, and individualized needs
Transitional Care Nurse
Viva Health
2022.09 - 2023.09
- Identified Medicaid recipients with complex healthcare needs and facilitated smooth transitions from inpatient care to home or community-based settings.
- Delivered non-clinical support services, provided patient education on health conditions, and ensured timely post-discharge follow-ups while connecting patients with essential community resources.
- Developed and managed personalized care plans to monitor progress and ensure access to community services, improving overall health outcomes for recipients.
Circulator Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent's East
2021.01 - 2022.08
- Assessed and prepared patients for both scheduled and emergent surgeries, ensuring readiness for operative care.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and scrub technicians to maintain the sterilization of the operating room and efficiently manage the flow of surgical procedures.
- Provided orientation and training to new nurses on patient preparation protocols and the operation of surgery-specific equipment, ensuring smooth transitions into surgical roles.
Trauma/Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
UAB Hospital
2020.07 - 2021.01
- Contributed to the successful launch of a new 20-bed trauma unit, maintaining a nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1 to ensure optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to implement and enhance protocols for preventing post-surgical infections, improving patient outcomes.
- Led the transition of the trauma unit into a dedicated COVID-19 unit, adapting workflows to a 4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio to manage the increased care demands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05.2020
Skills
- Vascular Access Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Education Techniques
- Team Leadership Qualities
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Davita Dialysis
2024.01 - Current
Transitional Care Nurse
Viva Health
2022.09 - 2023.09
Circulator Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent's East
2021.01 - 2022.08
Trauma/Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
UAB Hospital
2020.07 - 2021.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama At Birmingham
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