Desiree Freeman
Alvin,Texas
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and delivering compassionate care. Experienced leader with strong background in educating new team members.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph
05.2021 - Current
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Improved family bonding experiences by advocating for skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support during the immediate postpartum period.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
- Prepared patients for discharge by providing thorough education on self-care, infant care, and follow-up appointments.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by implementing individualized discharge plans for postpartum patients.
- Mentored newly hired nurses, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that enhanced clinical skills development.
Registered Nurse
HCA-Clear Lake
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during daily rounds for discussing patient cases and treatment plans that ensured continuity of care throughout hospital stays.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to four patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Pediatric Homehealth
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Assist with braces, splints, stander, and wheelchair needs
- Increased patient satisfaction by building trust through compassionate communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes with diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention for any changes.
- Trained family members on caregiving techniques, empowering them to better support their loved ones during the process.
- Improved patient comfort by skillfully addressing pain management concerns and adjusting care accordingly.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to pediatric home health patients.
- Apply and remove equipment specific to each patient to maximize wellness.
- Maintained use of proper PPE and hygiene for safety and prevention of infection.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
Arlington, TX10.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto Community College
Pasadena, Texas05.2020
Skills
- Ability to adapt and learn in new environments
- Critically think in high stress situations
- EMR / EHR
- Microsoft 365 experience
- Prioritize and mange time efficiently
- Provide direct and effective communication
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care planning
- Precepting
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support, 11/30/24
- American Heart Association ACLS, 11/30/24
- STABLE Certification, 06/30/25
- NRP, 06/30/25
- Registered Nurse, 09/30/26
Accomplishments
- Training - Trained staff nurses in procedures, assessments, and education to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
HCA-Clear Lake
11.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Pediatric Homehealth
07.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
San Jacinto Community College
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