DEIRDRE MCNAMARA
Long Beach,USA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a background in delivering high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Strengths include adaptability to new environments, strong clinical skills, and ability to quickly build rapport with patients and team members.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Per Diem
Renue Wellness
Rockville Centre, New York
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals in providing patient care.
- Provided patient education on mental health, medications, lifestyle changes, self-care techniques and stress management.
- Administered intravenous medications and fluids to patients according to physician orders.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments and adjusted medication dosages accordingly.
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Option Care
Queens, New York
06.2017 - 10.2024
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Determined learning needs of patients and families to develop appropriate teaching strategies
- Administered IV medications such as antibiotics, IVIG, TPN, Inotropes, etc
- As well as educated patients and caregivers to independently administer their IV medications via IV push, gravity, elastomeric devices and infusion pumps
- Performed central line care, blood draws and PIV/Accucath insertions as ordered
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills to multiple patients with complex medical condition independently in patient homes
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding any changes in the patient's condition or treatment plan
- Precepted newly hired employees, responsible for continued education of existing employees and carried out on call responsibilities as needed
Nursing Supervisor
Addiction Care Interventions
New York, NY
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Triaged patients, utilizing strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff, physicians and other healthcare professionals in developing an individualized care plan on admission
- Supervised daily operations of the Nursing Department and entire facility, including staffing assignments and delegating tasks appropriately when necessary
- Responding to patient emergency situations such as withdrawal complications, injuries, overdoses requiring Narcan administration, contraband, psychiatric episodes, violence, etc, contacting and consulting with outside emergency responders when necessary
- Providing care for rehabilitation department patients based on individualized needs, such as medication administration for addiction (methadone, suboxone) and non-addiction related medication administration and basic healthcare needs
Registered Infertility Nurse
Madison Women's Health and Fertility
New York, NY
04.2015 - 04.2016
- Patient care and education of fertility related information, such as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, hormonal changes and procedures, preparing patients for the start of their cycle and managing their expectations
- Prepared and assisted both physicians and patients during examinations, and procedures, in addition to performing such skills as phlebotomy, injections and processing cultures, blood, semen, etc
- Operated hormonal immunoassay analyzers for same day evaluation of patients estradiol, progesterone, TSH, FSH and LH as well as processing sperm specimens for evaluation, using high quality lab equipment
- Presented patient data to physicians daily, receiving instructions to inform patients of any necessary changes to their medication regime, future appointments and/or plan of treatment
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
Registered Nurse Dermatology
Laser Skin and Surgery Center of New York
New York, NY
06.2011 - 01.2014
- High volume, fast paced, adult and pediatric dermatology laser and surgical center specializing in MOH’s micrographic surgery, laser surgery and cosmetic treatments, in addition to treating a variety of common and rare dermatological conditions
- Assisted physicians with surgeries including MOH’s, biopsies, cyst, lipoma etc, removal and post-surgical repairs including grafts, flaps, etc
- Assisted physicians with various cosmetic procedures, such as botox, fillers, acne treatment, body sculpting and various vein services
- Assisted physicians with laser surgeries to treat conditions such as, hemangiomas, CMV’s, vitiligo, fine lines, wrinkles, hair and tattoo removal, etc
- Pre-surgical/procedure preparation including injections of local anesthesia, preparing supplies, sterile trays and equipment, performing suture removals and wound care
- Provided education, throughout admission, discharge and as needed post discharge
- Worked with research department conducting a variety of studies, maintaining accurate records of progress and results
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Maui Memorial Medical Center
Kahului, HI
08.2009 - 02.2010
- Administered medications, treatments and therapies according to established protocols while monitoring for adverse reactions or changes in condition
- Demonstrated communication and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments including vital signs, laboratory tests results, medication history review and physical examinations
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Western Governor's University
04.2013
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Registered Nurse
University of Hawaii, Maui Campus
05.2009
Bachelors - Media Studies
Queens College
12.2002
Skills
- Advanced IV administration skills such as, frequent PIV and Accucath insertions Maintenance/access of various types/brands of central lines, midlines and extended dwell catheters
- Per diem experience in Radiology and Pediatrics
- Certified Home Nursing Assistant 2006-2009
- Presently, I am enrolled in an online Spanish language course with the goal of becoming bilingual
Certification
- Registered Nurse NY 628503
- AHA certified BLS and ACLS 2024
- NYS Infection Control 2024
- Identification and reporting of child abuse in NYS
- Accu-cath insertions.
Awards
Full Scholarship - Division II Basketball
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Per Diem
Renue Wellness
11.2024 - Current
Home Infusion Registered Nurse
Option Care
06.2017 - 10.2024
Nursing Supervisor
Addiction Care Interventions
08.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Infertility Nurse
Madison Women's Health and Fertility
04.2015 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse Dermatology
Laser Skin and Surgery Center of New York
06.2011 - 01.2014
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Maui Memorial Medical Center
08.2009 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Western Governor's University
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Registered Nurse
University of Hawaii, Maui Campus
Bachelors - Media Studies
Queens College
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