Dena Niosi
Lufkin,TX
Summary
Adept at delivering exceptional patient care, as demonstrated at CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital- CCU/IMCU, excelling in critical care and emergency procedures. Expertise in medication and IV administration, coupled with the ability to solve complex problems, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Capable of a challenging and responsible position in the nursing field while offering compassionate care, to expand knowledge and experience while using current skill set and experience to positively affect the lives of others. Consistently earned praise from patients, family members and supervising directors for delivering compassionate nursing care. Eager to secure full-time/PRN Registered Nurse position: Available for day shifts.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/IMCU
CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital
Bryan, TX
02.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse- Charge Nurse
Copperas Hollow Nursing and Rehabilitation
Caldwell, TX
08.2017 - 08.2024
- Charge nurse for long term care facility. Oversee an average of 40 patients.
- Collaborated with physicians in medication orders and changes.
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
- Charge nurse for 15 beds in house Covid Unit.
- Scheduled in house X-rays and lab draws.
- Performed wound care, IV medication administration, colostomy care, G-tube nutrition, and tracheostomy care.
- Assessed and documented information obtained from patients along with maintaining patient records.
- Collaborated with corresponding hospice companies for patients with declining status.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Lufkin, TX
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Oversee and monitored geriatric patients with behavioral issues, drug withdraw, and addictions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Support staff in patient activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Specialized in nursing care for patients with chemical dependency.
- Performed wound care, IV medication administration, colostomy care, G-tube nutrition, and tracheostomy care.
- Collaborated with physicians in medication orders and changes.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individual.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharge.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hospice In The Pines
Lufkin, TX
07.2015 - 03.2017
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored health conditions associated with end of life.
- Supported families with their loss and grieving process.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Administered scheduled/PRN medications for comfort, to relieve any pain or anxiety associated with end of life.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided spiritual care and prayer to patient and family.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Blinn College
College Station, TX12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Angelina College
Lufkin, TX05.2014
High School Diploma -
Lufkin High School
Lufkin, TX05.1988
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of intravenous therapy and medication administration
- Blood/blood product administration/precautions
- Medication dosage and rate calculations
- Insulin medication administration
- Competent use of BiPAP/CPAP machine
- Tracheostomy care and comprehension
- Competent in safe NG tube insertion/removal
- Proper cardiac monitoring and lead placement
- Competent in G-tube nutrition and care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Competent in colostomy care
- Wound Care
- Detailed Patient evaluation/intervention
- Adept at prioritizing/managing deadlines
- Complex Critical care and Problem-Solving
- Patient and family advocacy
- Hospice and palliative care for the terminally ill
- Supported families associated with grief and loss
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Computer: MediTech, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word Doc, PCC, and EPIC
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- American Travel Health Nurses Association (ATHNA)
Certification
- American Heart Association (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit/IMCU
CHI St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital
02.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse- Charge Nurse
Copperas Hollow Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2017 - 08.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hospice In The Pines
07.2015 - 03.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Oceans Behavioral Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Blinn College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Angelina College
High School Diploma -
Lufkin High School