Desiree Geyer
Herndon,PA
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in surgical and emergency care, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration. Proficient in medication administration, patient assessment, and interdisciplinary teamwork. Committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Ambulatory Surgery)
Geisinger Health System
Danville, PA
04.2020 - Current
- Guided patients through pre-operative procedures, ensuring understanding and comfort.
- Implemented medication and treatment protocols, enhancing patient recovery.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly communicating changes to healthcare teams.
- Developed and executed patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Geisinger Health System
Danville, PA
02.2016 - 01.2023
- Assessed, organized, performed, and evaluated nursing activities to address patient needs effectively.
- Facilitated adaptive responses of patients and families to enhance patient care, ensure safety, and increase patient satisfaction.
- Transitioned from full-time to PRN status in March 2020 to provide flexible nursing support as needed.
Registered Nurse (Cardiac Telemetry)
Pinnacle Health
Harrisburg, PA
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Coordinated and delivered comprehensive care for patients on cardiac telemetry unit, ensuring timely assessment and implementation of individualized care plans.
- Monitored cardiac patients' vital signs and reported significant changes to physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
Clinical Assistant (Cardiac Telemetry)
Pinnacle Health
Harrisburg, PA
09.2011 - 05.2015
- Provided patient care through direct and indirect support, ensuring safety and comfort during medical procedures.
- Obtained and charted vital signs, performed EKGs, assisted with activities of daily living, and monitored telemetry.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment reminders for optimal flow.
- Updated and maintained electronic health records for accuracy and compliance.
Education
Associate's degree - RN
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN01-2020
Pre-nursing program -
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA05-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV management
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Post-operative care
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Ambulatory Surgery)
Geisinger Health System
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Geisinger Health System
02.2016 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse (Cardiac Telemetry)
Pinnacle Health
06.2015 - 01.2016
Clinical Assistant (Cardiac Telemetry)
Pinnacle Health
09.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Global
Associate's degree - RN
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Pre-nursing program -
Harrisburg Area Community College