Denese' Daniels
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at OhioHealth Westerville Medical Center, excelling in care coordination and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication management and quality improvement initiatives. Skilled in educating staff and patients, fostering a collaborative environment to optimize care delivery.
Experienced with managing nursing teams and overseeing patient care. Utilizes leadership and clinical expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Track record of maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
OhioHealth Westerville Medical Center: Short Stay Unit
300 Polaris Parkway Westerville, Ohio 43082
09.2000 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff in fast-paced short stay unit, ensuring compliance with care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, appointments and discharges, optimizing workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Implemented new medications and infusions to enhance the quality of patients lives and improve care delivery processes.
- Analyzed patient outcomes to identify areas for improvement, driving quality initiatives within the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Staff Nurse
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
3535 Olentangy River Road Columbus, Ohio 43214
09.2014 - 09.2020
- provided care to post op patients with appendectomies, whipple, malnutrition deficits,mastectomies, colostomies, cholecystectomies, hernia repair, and fractures,
- management of surgical wounds, drain care, PICC lines, NG tubes
- Administered medications such as TPN, IV antibiotics, enteral feedings, critical drips such as heparin, insulin, IV cardiac medications and oral medications,
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- educating and counseling patients and families about procedures, treatment, and post op care
- mentored and trained student nurses and future staff nurses
RN Staff Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
1087 Dennison Ave Columbus, Ohio 43201
04.2013 - 11.2016
- Assessed and monitored patients with complex health issues
- Initiated and management of critical drips (blood transfusions, TPN, peritoneal dialysis, dopamine drips),chest tubes care and wound care,
- Performed tracheostomy care, and assisted respiratory therapists with vent weaning protocols,
- delegated and supervised patient needs to other health care professionals
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
RN Staff Nurse
Grant Medical Center Trauma Intermediate Unit
111 S, Grant Avenue Columbus, Ohio43215
08.2014 - 09.2014
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care coordination.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
Nurse Assistant
Select Speciality Hospital
1087 Dennison Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43201
08.2003 - 04.2012
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and support during daily activities.
- assisted patients with activites of daily living ( bathing, feeding, dressing, ROM)
- measdured and documented , vital signs, meal intakes, and outputs,
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Columbus, OH03-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Ohio, OH12-2011
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Staff education
- Discharge planning
- Patient management
- Care plan management
- Medication distribution
- Documenting observations
Certification
BLS certification
highly skilled in administration of IVIG, IV antibiotics, blood administration, wound dressing changes
Timeline
Staff Nurse
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
09.2014 - 09.2020
RN Staff Nurse
Grant Medical Center Trauma Intermediate Unit
08.2014 - 09.2014
RN Staff Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
04.2013 - 11.2016
Nurse Assistant
Select Speciality Hospital
08.2003 - 04.2012
Charge Nurse
OhioHealth Westerville Medical Center: Short Stay Unit
09.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College