Dervonda Little
Streetsboro,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently develop strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel RN Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Planet Healthcare
2024.04 - Current
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
Clinical Instructor
Kent State University
2024.01 - 2024.05
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
Travel RN Stroke/Medical-Surgical/ Telemetry
Pluto Healhcare
2023.11 - 2024.04
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient's condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting to varying acuity levels within diverse units while maintaining consistent attention to detail.
Lab Instructor
Cleveland State University
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Demonstrated skills and safety procedures to students during laboratory sessions.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for growth and improvement.
- Partnered with the primary instructor in teaching students and enforcing laboratory rules.
- Maintained accurate program documentation with attendance, participation, and incident reporting.
Travel RN Stroke/Medical -Surgical/Telemetry
Pluto Healthcare
2021.03 - 2023.08
- 23 Stroke Unit
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Promoted health education for patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare needs.
Travel RN Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
American Mobile Nursing
2021.01 - 2021.03
- 24-bed Stroke-Rehab Floor, 24-bed floor trauma unit
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient's condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Promoted health education for patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare needs.
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals ESS Float Poal
2019.05 - 2020.12
- Traveling Nurse Through University Hospital Systems
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals
2018.06 - 2019.03
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims, and cardiac patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Registered Nurse Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
University Hospitals
2016.03 - 2018.06
- Observe and document patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Registered Nurse Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Metrohealth Medical Center
2015.07 - 2016.02
- 9B Medicine/Stroke/Telemetry Unit
- Managed complex caseloads effectively while prioritizing tasks based on urgency and acuity levels of patients'' needs.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights by addressing their concerns regarding treatment plans effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, telemetry data, and overall health status.
Education
Master of Science Nursing -
Chamberlain University
12.2022
Skills
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Patient-focused care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Timeline
Travel RN Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Planet Healthcare
2024.04 - Current
Clinical Instructor
Kent State University
2024.01 - 2024.05
Lab Instructor
Cleveland State University
2024.01 - 2024.03
Travel RN Stroke/Medical-Surgical/ Telemetry
Pluto Healhcare
2023.11 - 2024.04
Travel RN Stroke/Medical -Surgical/Telemetry
Pluto Healthcare
2021.03 - 2023.08
Travel RN Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
American Mobile Nursing
2021.01 - 2021.03
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals ESS Float Poal
2019.05 - 2020.12
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals
2018.06 - 2019.03
Registered Nurse Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
University Hospitals
2016.03 - 2018.06
Registered Nurse Stroke/Medical-Surgical/Telemetry
Metrohealth Medical Center
2015.07 - 2016.02
Master of Science Nursing -
Chamberlain University
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
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