Dena Van Ness
Spokane
Summary
Compassionate and skilled registered nurse with extensive experience in IV therapy and infection control practices. Known for attention to detail and commitment to patient independence, ready to drive meaningful improvements in patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Avalon Northpoint
Spokane
11.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to residents in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in resident health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting resident independence and dignity.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Managed medication passes and treatment schedules to verify proper administration.
Infusion Nurse
Option Care
Spokane Valley
11.2020 - 07.2025
- Expert in IV access and phlebotomy
- Proficient in port access, PICC and central line care management and dressing changes
- Monitored patient vital signs and infusion site for adverse reactions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments.
- Obtained laboratory specimens for analysis as required by the physician or protocol.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance and supply management for home infusions.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols within the home setting.
- Documented patients' updates in EMR system to keep clinicians informed about current treatments and responses.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
Puyallup
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as per established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Assisted in triaging incoming patients based on severity of conditions.
- Maintained infection control standards and ensured a sterile environment.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify immediate medical needs.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Infusion Nurse
Providence Holy Family Hospital
Spokane
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Started IV and administered intravenous medications and therapies to patients as directed.
- Port access and dressing changes.
- Picc line care and dressing changes.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments for safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment processes and home care needs.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Trained new nursing staff on infusion procedures and equipment use.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations that occurred during an infusion procedure.
- Conducted regular assessments on patients receiving infusions to ensure safety standards were met.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Grays Harbor Community College
Aberdeen, WA06-2005
Skills
- IV access management
- Infection control practices
- Electronic health records
- Attention to detail
- Phlebotomy
- Patient assessment
- Infusion pump operation
- IV infusion treatments
- Hydration therapy
- Infusion medication administration
- Immunoglobulin therapy
- Antibiotic administration
- PICC line maintenance
- Vascular access devices
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Nomination 2014, 2018 and 2024
Timeline
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Avalon Northpoint
11.2025 - Current
Infusion Nurse
Option Care
11.2020 - 07.2025
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2020 - 11.2020
Infusion Nurse
Providence Holy Family Hospital
07.2016 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Grays Harbor Community College