Deborah Deibel

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Marks Surgical Center

10.2020 - Current

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Veterans Affairs Medical Center

07.2007 - 09.2020

Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

St Joseph Hospital. Registered Nurse

Catholic Health System

01.1997 - 07.2006

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
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.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.

Registered Nurse

Kenmore Mercy (Catholic Health System)

01.1995 - 01.2000

Student Tech

Kenmore Mercy (Catholic Health System)

01.1993 - 01.1995

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St Joseph Hospital. Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Student Tech

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education

Skills

Positions

Employer

Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St Joseph Hospital. Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Student Tech

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Education

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