Desiree Fussman
Farmington Hills,MI
Summary
Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in Medical-Surgical nursing. Recognized for delivering high-quality patient care and excelling in team-based settings. Adaptable and reliable, known for strong clinical skills and ability to navigate changing patient needs with efficiency. Experience on oncology/ medical-surgical unit including hospice patients.
Experienced with patient care, wound management, and post-operative recovery. Utilizes critical thinking and effective communication to ensure high standards of care and patient satisfaction. Knowledge of electronic medical records and collaborative practices to support seamless healthcare delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and post-discharge care.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated nursing practices continuously, implementing evidence-based improvements to optimize care delivery.
Nurse Intern
Henry Ford Southfield
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient outcomes.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring that their needs were met in a timely manner.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Assisted with successful completion of daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding or assisting with ambulation for patients.
- Enhanced patient comfort by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing concerns.
Customer Relations Manager
5th Avenue Furniture
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients.
- Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions, and alternatives within appropriate timeframes and followed up to achieve resolution.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Contributed to product development efforts by providing insights on consumer preferences gathered from direct client interactions and feedback analysis.
Crew Member
McDonald's
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Macomb Community College
Sterling Heights, MI03-2025
High School Diploma -
Saint John’s High School
Saint Johns, MI05-2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ethical practice
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate care
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Electronic charting
- Patient needs assessment
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Nurse Intern
Henry Ford Southfield
05.2024 - 03.2025
Customer Relations Manager
5th Avenue Furniture
04.2020 - 01.2023
Crew Member
McDonald's
05.2015 - 02.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Macomb Community College
High School Diploma -
Saint John’s High School
Clinical Experience
- Clinical rotation med surge unit Corewell Troy
- Clinical rotation med surge unit St. John Madison Heights Oakland.
- Clinical rotation Psych unit Ascension Macomb Oakland
- Clinical rotation Labor and delivery unit Corewell Troy
- Clinical rotation Med surge unit Corewell Gross Pointe
- Clinical rotation Pediatric Unit Corewell Royal Oak
- Clinical rotation Med surge palliative care unit Corewell Royal oak.
Willing to travel
Willing to travel in listed areas, have reliable transportation