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Deedra Ray

San Jose,CA

Summary


Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

El Camino Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Nomad Health
11.2022 - 11.2023
  • Company Overview: El Camino Hospital
  • Emergency Department
  • El Camino Hospital
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Alegiant Healthcare Staffing
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Company Overview: Catalina Island Medical Center
  • Emergency Department
  • Catalina Island Medical Center
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist LeBonheur Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2021
  • Emergency Department
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Favorite Staffing
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: Maria's Medical Center
  • Emergency Department
  • Maria's Medical Center
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.

Registered Nurse, MDS

Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 12.2019
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist LeBonheur Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2018
  • Emergency Room
  • 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.

Registered Nurse, Telehealth-Program Specialist

Express Scripts
01.2013 - 07.2014

Guided patients through understanding of medication impacts and proper injection techniques.


Registered Nurse, MDS

Allenbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 09.2012
  • Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
  • Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
  • Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.

Education

RN/BSN - Registered Nurse, Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Bachelor's - Nursing

Baptist College of Health Science
Memphis, TN
12.2007

Skills

  • Resource optimization
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Bachelors of Science in Nursing, RN/BSN
  • Basic Life Support, BLS
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, PALS
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, ACLS
  • Trauma Nursing Care Course, TNCC
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, NIHSS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

El Camino Hospital
12.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Nomad Health
11.2022 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Alegiant Healthcare Staffing
10.2021 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Favorite Staffing
01.2021 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist LeBonheur Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Methodist LeBonheur Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2018

Registered Nurse, MDS

Quince Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 12.2019

Registered Nurse, Telehealth-Program Specialist

Express Scripts
01.2013 - 07.2014

Registered Nurse, MDS

Allenbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2011 - 09.2012

Bachelor's - Nursing

Baptist College of Health Science
  • Registered Nurse, Bachelors of Science in Nursing, RN/BSN
  • Basic Life Support, BLS
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support, PALS
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, ACLS
  • Trauma Nursing Care Course, TNCC
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, NIHSS

RN/BSN - Registered Nurse, Bachelors of Science in Nursing

Deedra Ray