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Desiree Deadessis
Registered Nurse
Katy,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive and individualized patient care in Acute Care Medical Surgical settings, Inpatient Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, as well as in Home Health settings. Works well with diverse patient populations, consistently developing trusting relationships with patients and family through empathetic communication. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care while maintaining safety protocols to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care and support. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Houston, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Trained new staff members and nursing residents in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques among staff, leading to improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated nursing performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted training programs as needed.
- Implemented infection control measures on the Medical-Surgical floor, resulting in a significant decrease in hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient progress, challenges, and potential discharge plans as appropriate.
- Advocated for patients' needs by effectively communicating their concerns to appropriate healthcare providers and specialists within the hospital system.
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Houston, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Utilized EPIC Software to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
RN, Home Health
Pages Health Services
12.2019 - 01.2025
- Traveled to patients homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Managed pediatric care from admission to discharge.
- Assessed patient's condition promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated family on Tracheostomy care, including suctioning and dressing changes maintaining a sterile technique.
- Educated family on Oxygen administration and breathing treatment protocols.
- Educated family members and caregivers on gastric button care, management, and feeding pump instructions.
- Educated family members on management of seizures and seizures protocol.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
RN, Home Health
Newstart Home Care Services
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Assessed and charted observations of the patient's condition at each visit.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management; Ostomy care; foley catheter placement on males and females; central venous catheter care; tracheostomy care, including tracheal suctioning and dressing changes; Gastric button care; and IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control measures on each of my visits, maintaining a safe environment for both, my patients and myself.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, and safety protocols.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
RN, Home Health
Cottage Health Care Services
10.2016 - 05.2021
- Provided nursing care to Spinal Cord Injury patients with Quadriplegia and Paraplegia.
- Provided exceptional care to high acute patients needing complex care such as mechanical ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation.
- Knowledgeable in a range of rehabilitative interventions which includes bladder, bowel, and skin management; management of spasticity, autonomic dysreflexia, psychosocial issues, and patient education for self-care management. · Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Coordinated nursing care activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to facilitate achievement of overall goals.
- Educated patient and family on the proper wound care management and skin integrity, safe medication use, transfer and mobility, and disease management.
- Competent in dressing changes on central venous access device, foley and suprapubic catheter insertion and removal, management of G-Tube, Mechanical Ventilation, pressure ulcer prevention and treatment, bladder irrigation, and tracheostomy care.
- Ability to navigate in a windows and MAC environment, and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Thomas
Houston, TX05.2016
Skills
- Service-Oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion and Empathy
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Intake and Assessment
- Patient care plan development
- Treatment Planning
- Health Promotion
- Discharge planning and implementation
- Patient care Management and Monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Quality Improvement
- Problem Resolution
- Direct Patient Care
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- At-risk patient care
- Skilled in Spinal Cord Injury patient care and rehabilitation
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Critical Care in Adults and Pediatrics settings
- Wound Care Management
- Stroke and Seizure Management
- Medication Administration and patient education
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Lab results interpretation
- Intravenous therapy
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Gastric Button and Gastric Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Knowledgeable in Mechanical Ventilators
- 5 years of experience in the practice of nursing care for the ventilated patient
- 5 years of experience caring for SCI patients
- Mobility Assistance
- LVAD Training
- Infection control measures
- EPIC Software proficiency
- HIPAA Education
- Precepting
- High level of autonomy
- Unencumbered RN License
- Fluent in Spanish
Certification
National CPR Foundation BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED). Expiration: 04-15-2026
Certified Registered Nurse. Texas licensure status: Current- 06/30/2027
Timeline
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
03.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
RN, Home Health
Newstart Home Care Services
06.2020 - 03.2023
RN, Home Health
Pages Health Services
12.2019 - 01.2025
RN, Home Health
Cottage Health Care Services
10.2016 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Thomas
Software
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Preference
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Lewis Carroll
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