Denise Anderson
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse with 22+ years of experience in patient care. Expert in patient assessment, administering treatments and managing treatment plans. Strong team collaborator within interdisciplinary teams, committed to providing compassionate care, patient education and improving patient outcomes. BLS certification and proficient in EMR systems. Skilled in critical thinking and maintaining a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
CITY OF MILWAUKEE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
03.2021 - Current
- COVID testing, vaccine administration
- KHC phlebotomy, client notification of need for treatment modalities, treatment for STI’s, assessment and teaching patients risks and symptoms of STI’s, administration of STI treatments, Emergency Contraception disbursement.
RN
Maxim Healthcare, Inc.
01.2018 - Current
- IV infusion & Wound Care in Home Care Setting
- COVID State Fair Infusion Nurse
- Biometrics Certified, Wellness Clinics
- Provide direct patient care, medication administration, wound care management
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans following best practice guidelines for patients
- Maintaining accurate documentation, patient assessments, interventions and outcomes
Jewelry Designer
DelanDesigns
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Designer and creator of custom Designed Fine Silver Jewelry
RN
Aurora Health Care
05.1993 - 05.2013
- IV/Central line expert managing central venous access devices
- Improved patient admission process through evaluation of admission criteria. Compiled and analyzed data, identified needed areas of change leading to streamlining the admission to treatment process within 2 hours
- Administration of chemotherapy, biologic modalities, radiation therapy
- Educated patients and families about the disease process, treatment options, side effects of medications, and self-care techniques
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans and provided emotional support to patient and families
- Collaborated with pharmacy department to ensure accurate preparation and administration of chemotherapy medications according to protocols
- Implemented infection control measures consistently to minimize the risk of infections among immunocompromised patients
- Assisted physicians during bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures and intrathecal medication administration
- Monitor lab results closely, identifying abnormalities that required immediate intervention or adjustment in treatment plan
- Coordinated referrals for services as social work support, genetic counseling, home care referral
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development activities related to oncology nursing practice through conferences and workshops
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines related to symptom management, infection prevention, or psychosocial support interventions
- Preceptor to nursing students and new hires in oncology nursing
- ONS certification
CNA
Aurora Health Care
05.1993 - 07.1996
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to patients and families, ensuring their comfort and well-being
Certified Home Health Aide
Sunrise Home Health Care Services
09.1988 - 05.1993
Wedding Gown Designer
Delan Dressmakers
08.1978 - 09.1992
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI01.1996
Sciences
MATC
01.1992
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Strong clinical judgement
- Community Health
- Health promotion
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care. Successfully provided quality care to patients in various environments, In-patient setting, home care and community health during COVID.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, physician instructions to patients and need for preventative care to patients.
- Clinical Skills - Monitoring patients' vital signs in response to medication administration. Utilized a variety of EMR systems. Patient advocate throughout diagnosis to treatment options.
Timeline
RN
CITY OF MILWAUKEE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
03.2021 - Current
RN
Maxim Healthcare, Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Jewelry Designer
DelanDesigns
07.2013 - 12.2018
RN
Aurora Health Care
05.1993 - 05.2013
CNA
Aurora Health Care
05.1993 - 07.1996
Certified Home Health Aide
Sunrise Home Health Care Services
09.1988 - 05.1993
Wedding Gown Designer
Delan Dressmakers
08.1978 - 09.1992
Sciences
MATC
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marquette University
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