DENISE CLAGG
Columbus,Ohio
Summary
CERTIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS SKILL HIGHLIGHTS Highly skilled nursing professional with a broad based career defined by diverse challenges operating in high-pressure environments across various health care environments. Known ability to prioritize and anticipate patient needs as well as utilize skills to improve quality of patient care. Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with staff, physicians and administrative personnel. Strong ability to negotiate and build effective trust and rapport with patients and families.
Extremely passionate and honored to participate in patients care and enhance their personal journey.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Gastroenterology Clinic Nurse
Ohio Health OPG
06.2024 - Current
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in nursing care.
- Created scheduling process to maintain efficient and accurate patient procedure appointments
- Provided education to patients to properly prepare them for upcoming procedures
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Supported providers during clinic hours by assessing patients prior to the provider visit
Endoscopy Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Preparing patients for endoscopic procedures by explaining the process and ensuring they are comfortable
- Administering sedatives, pain medication, and local anesthetics under the supervision of a doctor
- Monitoring vital signs during the procedure and making sure the patient is stable
- Assisting doctors during the procedure by handling the endoscope or other tools
- Cleaning and disinfecting endoscopic equipment before and after use
- Providing post-procedure care, including monitoring for complications and educating patients and their families about aftercare
Hepatology Clinic RN
Ohio Health OPG
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated and initiated work flow processes in new Hepatology Clinic
- Work closely with medical providers and perform nursing assessments, provide general nursing care, counseling, and teaching to patients.
- Document telephone triage, patient education, and patient instruction accurately
- Sent prescriptions and refills to pharmacies as directed by the physician.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Streamlined scheduling endoscopy procedures, obtained pre- authorizations for procedures and medications
- Multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided direct patient care for pediatric oncology patients and families .
- Administered chemotherapy and appropriate medications to maximize positive patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with extensive team of Oncology Specialist.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Heartland Hospice
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided direct patient care to terminal patients at home and in facilities.
- Managed care from admission to discharge/end of life.
- Advised patients and caregivers with pain management , home care plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
ICU Step Down RN
Doctors West Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Safely maintained patient care to all patients, even during flexed ratios.
- Served as a patient advocate first and foremost, while abiding by Ohio Health standard of care codes.
- Conducted a professional behavior and collaborated with peers to enhance a positive work environment
Pre-Post Op RN
Riverside Outpatient Surgery Center
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on nature of diagnosis and specifics of treatment plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
08.2010 - 06.2017
- Treated patients with strokes and subarachnoid hemorrhages during life threatening emergency's. (Neuro VIR)
- Confidently and effectively provided sedation during procedures
- Performed effective and efficient patient assessments, anticipating and preparing for potential issues
- Interacted with physicians and kept up to date on patient health and issues detected during assessments.
- Followed safety protocols at all times to minimize radiation exposure and potential for incidents with staff or patients.
- Reported findings to physicians with priority on abnormal results to achieve prompt patient treatment.
- Managed aseptic techniques to control infection risk and protect both patients and staff.
- Managed patient treatment and care by coordinating with diverse medical professionals in radiology and other medical fields.
Army Reserve Commissioned Officer
Alpha Company 256 Combat Support Hospital
06.2008 - 05.2014
- Provide comprehensive care to US military personnel and civilians.
- Commissioned as an army nurse to provide care of trauma and routine patients.
- Participated in training to perform life saving tactics in a combat setting, including amputations, gun shot wounds, head traumas, and treatments for burn victims.
- Assumed the position as the SARC Sharp officer (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) and provided education and resources to victimized personnel.
- Acted as the platoon officer and reported to the commanding officer.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Mount Carmel East Hospital
10.2008 - 08.2010
- Managed post cardiac arrest patients
- Managed patients undergoing hyperthermia protocols, ventilation, balloon pump treatment, prisma, rotator beds, conscious sedation and infectious disease control.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures such as chest tube placement, central lines, arterial lines and intubations.
- Employed communication skills to reduce family anxiety amidst patient condition.
- Monitored patients respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilitzation.
Cardiac Step Down RN
Mount Carmel West Hospital
12.2005 - 10.2008
- Provided nursing care in a 28 bed unit with post stent placement, post cardiac catheterization, post heart attack, congestive heart failure,renal failure,heart rhythm abnormalities, pacemaker and internal heart defibrillator placement.
- Continuously managed 5-7 patients and collaborated with nursing professionals and physicians.
- Monitored and maintained blood glucose levels by implementing glucose protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Columbus, Franklin, OhioBSN -
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OhioSkills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Thorough patient assessments
- Patient call management
- Performance evaluations
- Effective communication through listening
- Strong work ethic
- Health education
- Critical thinking abilities
- Patient care coordination
- Medical scheduling
- Collaborative teamwork
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Empathetic support
Additional Information
- Aphon Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification, January 2022
Timeline
Gastroenterology Clinic Nurse
Ohio Health OPG
06.2024 - Current
Endoscopy Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
Hepatology Clinic RN
Ohio Health OPG
10.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
Nationwide Children's
11.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Heartland Hospice
06.2021 - 09.2021
ICU Step Down RN
Doctors West Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2020
Pre-Post Op RN
Riverside Outpatient Surgery Center
06.2017 - 04.2018
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Riverside Methodist Hospital
08.2010 - 06.2017
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Mount Carmel East Hospital
10.2008 - 08.2010
Army Reserve Commissioned Officer
Alpha Company 256 Combat Support Hospital
06.2008 - 05.2014
Cardiac Step Down RN
Mount Carmel West Hospital
12.2005 - 10.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
BSN -
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse, BSN
Hobbies and Interests
Enjoy family gatherings, traveling, landscaping, DIY home projects, Peloton training
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