DeeDee Myers
Burlington,KS
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with Wound Care Certification, experienced at Coffey Health System. Expert in negative pressure therapy and wound assessment, leading teams to enhance patient safety and care quality. Proven ability to educate patients and families, fostering informed decision-making and improving recovery outcomes. Strong clinical judgment and collaborative skills drive success in diverse healthcare settings. Expert in IV insertion and management in patient's of all ages. Strong knowledge of IV medications for management of Chronic illnesses.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Wound Care Certified
Coffey Health System
05.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options, fostering informed decision-making.
- Led nursing staff in implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality of care
- Assessment and coordination of wound care with physician and floor nurses caring for patient.
- implementation of wound care program for Coffey Health System
Registered Nurse
Life Care Center of Burlington
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Led nursing staff in maintaining high standards of patient care through in a long term care, skilled care unit and memory deficit (Alzhiemer's Unit)
- MDS coordinator for 6 months prior. to leaving.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-2003
Skills
- Negative pressure therapy
- Venous leg ulcer treatment
- Wound assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Certification with National Alliance of Wound care and Ostomy 8/28/23- 8/28/28
Certification
- ACLS Training - 7/2/25- 7/31/27. American Heart Association
- BLS Training- 7/2/25- 7/31/27. American Heart Association
- National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy- Wound Care Certified. #230207810. 8/23/23- 8/28/28
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Wound Care Certified
Coffey Health System
05.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Life Care Center of Burlington
02.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emporia State University
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