Destemona Bozhani
Saint Joseph,MO
Summary
Accomplished Neurology NP with a robust background in critical care and health promotion strategies, demonstrated by pioneering the immunizations program at Homeland Response Force NP. Expert in advanced clinical assessment and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. Proven leadership in educating and training nursing staff, enhancing team efficiency and patient care quality.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Neurology NP
Neurology NP
- Conduct comprehensive and focused neurological exams, order and evaluate CTs, MRIs, LPs and blood work
- Administer Botox injections for management of migraines
- Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various neurological disorders
- Manage and treat patients with acute and chronic conditions including headaches, seizures, memory difficulties, tremors, stroke, and neuropathy
- Build trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues
Homeland Response Force NP
Homeland Response Force NP
- Highly trained in the management and treatment of patients involved in mass casualty events, including intubation, needle decompression, chest-tube insertion, tourniquet placement, suturing etc
- Officer in Charge (OIC) of immunizations clinic; started the immunizations program from ground-up ready for Unit Effectiveness Inspection
- Conduct, manage and supervise immunizations staff training
RN
Post Anesthesia Care Unit
- Assessed and monitored patients in the immediate postoperative period, ensuring a smooth transition from surgery to recovery
- Anticipated and managed critical situations and emergencies in the PACU setting
- Communicated with physicians, anesthesia personnel, and care teams to ensure continuity of care
- Educated patients and families on post-operative instructions, including infection, complications, and medication administration
RN
Critical Care RN
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients and post surgical including trauma and coronary artery bypass graft cases
- Responded as Rapid Response to emergencies within hospital setting, assessed decompensating patients and provided treatment guidance to nursing staff
- Provided expert interventions in CODE BLUE, acute MI, stroke, respiratory distress, intubation and sepsis
- Advocated for and provided emotional support to patients' and their families' needs
- Precepted and led the training of new RNs and nursing students; improved staffing and retention
RN Clinical Adjunct Instructor
RN Clinical Adjunct Instructor
- Facilitated students' learning in bedside nursing and the development of prioritization and time management skills through observation, demonstration, and verbal explanation
- Collaborated with nursing leadership and staff in providing compassionate evidence-based practice nursing care while prioritizing patient safety
- Monitored student progress and provided formal evaluations upon completion of clinical rotation
RN
Cardiovascular-Thoracic Unit
- Treated critically ill cardiovascular patients including those recovering from bypass heart surgery, pacemaker, and angioplasty
- Assisted cardiologists with bedside cardioversions; safely administered and managed moderate sedation
- Closely monitored post-cardiac cath patients in their recovery and prevented potential complications; provided detailed pre and post-procedure education, encouraging medical compliance and promoting self care
- Delegated patient care tasks to nursing assistants ensuring the delivery of safe and compassionate care
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri Kansas City
Kansas City, MO07-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO08-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05-2009
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Advanced clinical assessment
- Cultural competence
- Acute illness treatment
- Family-centered care
- Health Promotion Strategies
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- EKG Interpretation
- Splinting
- Wound suturing
Certification
- ATLS - Advanced Trauma Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
- ATTC - Advanced Trauma Training Course
- CCRN - Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Neurology NP
Neurology NP
Homeland Response Force NP
Homeland Response Force NP
RN
Post Anesthesia Care Unit
RN
Critical Care RN
RN Clinical Adjunct Instructor
RN Clinical Adjunct Instructor
RN
Cardiovascular-Thoracic Unit
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri Kansas City
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwest Missouri State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
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