Debra Keane
Severna Park,MD
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 40 years of diverse and extensive experience in critical care, emergency medicine, and infusion therapy, I am committed to delivering exceptional patient care. My career has been driven by a passion for improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of care through meticulous attention to detail, advanced clinical skills, and continuous professional development. I thrive in high-pressure environments, consistently demonstrating strong analytical abilities and business acumen. My background includes significant contributions to the establishment of an infusion center, the implementation of innovative teaching programs, and the management of hospital operations. I am known for my ability to build rapport with patients, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout their treatment. Seeking a position within an innovative healthcare facility, I aim to leverage my expertise to contribute to the organization’s mission and enhance patient care. My goal is to work collaboratively with a dedicated team, utilizing my skills in patient assessment, infusion therapy, and emergency care to support and advance the health and well-being of the community.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse / Senior Infusion Nurse
Mid-Atlantic Rheumatology, Infusion Suite
2019.01 - Current
- Assess patients' medical status before, during, and after IV infusion
- Conduct in-office infusions for patients under doctor’s care
- Work autonomously to ensure patient safety during IV medication infusions
- Follow sterile procedures for IV catheter insertions
- Verify, calculate, and prepare all infusion medications
- Provide necessary infusion medications on a scheduled basis
- Skills: IV insertion, Port-A-Cath access and care, sterile dressing changes, wound care
- Instrumental in establishing the current infusion center
- Over 40 years of Critical Care experience in Emergency Medicine and Cardiac Recovery
- Strong strategic analytical skills, business acumen, and infusion therapy/device management.
Emergency Room Nurse / Administrative Coordinator
Anne Arundel Medical Center
2002.01 - 2018.01
- Flex unit with rotation to the Emergency Department and Administrative Coordinator (HOC)
- System-wide management, adequate staffing, and operational oversight of a 460-bed hospital
- Skills: Rapid and accurate assessment and treatment of acute and chronic emergencies, medication administration, IV access, EKG interpretation, and accurate documentation
- Data entry and retrieval via computer systems
- Out-patient discharge planning, family counseling, charting, follow-up care, and interactions with social services.
Instructor
Anne Arundel Community College
2006.01 - 2015.01
- Developed and implemented teaching programs in an emergent environment
- Supervised and evaluated EMS students
- Incorporated current updates and innovations in Emergency Medicine into teaching.
Registered Nurse
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
1995.01 - 2002.01
- Duties similar to those in the Emergency Department as outlined above.
Clinical Co-Coordinator
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
1994.01 - 1995.01
- Clinical education of Emergency Department staff
- Scheduling and managerial responsibilities.
Registered Nurse
South Hills Health System
1988.01 - 1994.01
- Duties similar to those in the Emergency Room
- Accomplishments: Triage Committee, Recording Secretary, Emergency Room Design Committee, Information Systems Liaison.
Flight Nurse
Aero National, Incorporated
1990.01 - 1992.01
- On-site patient assessment and in-flight care
- Operated monitoring and pressurized flight equipment
- Supervised Respiratory Technician
- Precise and accurate documentation of care.
School Nurse
Duquesne School District
1978.01 - 1988.01
Registered Nurse
West Penn Hospital
1982.01 - 1986.01
Registered Nurse
Norfolk General Hospital
1975.01 - 1977.01
- Renal Unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA05.2008
Skills
- Assess patients' medical status before, during, and after IV infusion.
- Conduct in-office infusions for patients under doctor’s care.
- Work autonomously to ensure patient safety during IV medication infusions.
- Follow sterile procedures for IV catheter insertions.
- Verify, calculate, and prepare all infusion medications.
- Provide necessary infusion medications on a scheduled basis.
- Skills: IV insertion, Port-A-Cath access and care, sterile dressing changes, wound care.
- Instrumental in establishing the current infusion center.
- Rapid and accurate assessment and treatment of acute and chronic emergencies, medication administration, IV access, EKG interpretation, and accurate documentation.
- Data entry and retrieval via computer systems.
- Out-patient discharge planning, family counseling, charting, follow-up care, and interactions with social services.
Timeline
Registered Nurse / Senior Infusion Nurse
Mid-Atlantic Rheumatology, Infusion Suite
2019.01 - Current
Instructor
Anne Arundel Community College
2006.01 - 2015.01
Emergency Room Nurse / Administrative Coordinator
Anne Arundel Medical Center
2002.01 - 2018.01
Registered Nurse
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
1995.01 - 2002.01
Clinical Co-Coordinator
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
1994.01 - 1995.01
Flight Nurse
Aero National, Incorporated
1990.01 - 1992.01
Registered Nurse
South Hills Health System
1988.01 - 1994.01
Registered Nurse
West Penn Hospital
1982.01 - 1986.01
School Nurse
Duquesne School District
1978.01 - 1988.01
Registered Nurse
Norfolk General Hospital
1975.01 - 1977.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
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