Desirea Banks
Premium,USA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 15 years of diverse clinical experience in pediatric care, oncology, and telehealth. Expertise in care coordination, patient education, and documentation ensures improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Currently pursuing a Nurse Practitioner degree with a 4.0 GPA, underscoring commitment to advancing clinical knowledge.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Home IV Infusion
RN Enterprise IV Infusion
, Kentucky
01.2025 - Current
- Administered IV antibiotics and infusion therapies, enhancing patient comfort and treatment adherence in home settings.
- Monitored patient response and educated patients, facilitating informed decision-making and coordination of care with providers.
- Ensured accurate documentation and facilitated safe transitions of care, promoting continuity and quality in patient treatment.
Registered Nurse
Kentucky Health Department
Whitesburg, KY
08.2020 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments, screenings, vaccinations, and provided health education to enhance patient understanding and compliance.
- Developed comprehensive care plans and coordinated referrals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Promoted preventative health measures and ensured continuity of care to improve overall patient outcomes.
Remote Telehealth Nurse
IntellaTriage
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assessed patient symptoms and directed to appropriate care levels, facilitating timely and effective treatment.
- Delivered remote triage nursing support, ensuring adherence to evidence-based protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided education to patients and maintained comprehensive documentation to support continuity of care.
- Provided remote support to nursing staff
Travel Registered Nurse – Stroke Unit
Pikeville Medical Center
Pikeville, KY
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated care for acute stroke patients in fast-paced inpatient setting.
- Assessed neurological status, administered medications, and tracked care progression.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Provided patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple states.
Travel Registered Nurse – Med Surg
Trident Medical Center
Charleston, SC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided comprehensive medical-surgical care to diverse patient population, ensuring tailored treatment and support.
- Coordinated individualized treatment plans and delivered patient education to enhance understanding of care processes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
Travel Registered Nurse – Med Surg / Oncology
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective care planning.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient needs.
- Coordinated IV infusions, transfusions, and discharge planning to support patient recovery and transition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
Orthopedic Registered Nurse – Traveler
Baptist Health
Elizabethtown, KY
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided direct patient care in orthopedic units.
- Provided orthopedic post-operative and rehabilitation nursing care to enhance patient recovery.
- Assisted in pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
ARH
Hazard, KY
06.2008 - 05.2020
- Delivered comprehensive pediatric inpatient nursing care for 12 years, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric patients in diverse clinical settings.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated families on care procedures and coordinated discharge plans to facilitate smooth transitions home.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University
Chicago12-2027
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Hazard Community & Technical College
Hazard, KYSkills
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Transitional Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Necessity Assessment
- Case Management
- Patient Education
- Patient Care Advocacy
- Clinical Documentation Review
- EMR Documentation
- EHR Documentation
- Prior Authorization Support
- Medicaid Knowledge
- Patient Safety Initiatives
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Kentucky
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- Heartsaver First Aid
Personal Information
Title: RN
References
- Lisa Bates, APRN, Professional Reference, (606) 634-6994, lisa.bates@mntcomp.org
- Julie Baker, RN, Former Coworker, (606) 594-9720, jmbaker81@yahoo.com
- Anthony Yonts, MD, Former Coworker, (606) 233-4474, ayonts9@yahoo.com
Strong Advantage For Employers
- NP program candidate
- 4.0 GPA
- 15+ years RN experience
- Remote nursing experience
- Home infusion experience
- Public health background
- Case management transferable skills
- Proven leadership and self-motivation
Technology Skills
- EMR / EHR Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Telehealth Platforms
- Remote Documentation Systems
- Case Management Software
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Home IV Infusion
RN Enterprise IV Infusion
01.2025 - Current
Remote Telehealth Nurse
IntellaTriage
08.2024 - 05.2025
Travel Registered Nurse – Stroke Unit
Pikeville Medical Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse – Med Surg
Trident Medical Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Registered Nurse – Med Surg / Oncology
Holston Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Kentucky Health Department
08.2020 - Current
Orthopedic Registered Nurse – Traveler
Baptist Health
08.2020 - 10.2020
Pediatric Registered Nurse
ARH
06.2008 - 05.2020
Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Hazard Community & Technical College