Destinee Dunham

Dynamic professional with a strong background in financial management and patient care, honed as Treasurer for the Graduate Nursing Association. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and collaboration, while ensuring compliance in medication management. Committed to fostering community initiatives and supporting team success in fast-paced environments.

Treasurer- Graduate Nursing Association (GNA)  | University of Maryland, Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | 08/2025 - Present

• Manage and maintain accurate electronic records of all GNA financial transactions, including reimbursements and expenditures, in compliance with university policies.
• Submit financial reports at monthly board meetings and provide fiscal oversight for GNA-sponsored events and activities.
• Liaised with the School Accountant to coordinate purchases, including graduation cords and event supplies, and processed all reimbursement requests within established deadlines.
• Provide support with planning and execution of fundraising efforts for senior class gifts and GNA community-building initiatives.

Peer Mentor- Incentive Awards Program  |   08/2023 - 05/2024

• Assist freshmen in navigating the transition from high school to college, providing guidance and support to ease the adjustment process.
• Offer valuable insights into the academic and social aspects of college life, fostering a smooth and successful transition.

Student Nurse- Labor & Delivery Unit  |  University of Maryland Medical Center - Baltimore, MD  |  06/2025 - 07/2025

• Assisted with maternal care including fundal checks, vital signs, and newborn assessments.
• Monitored fetal heart tones and uterine activity using electronic fetal monitoring.
• Supported medication administration and patient education during labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.
• Gained experience in providing holistic care to mothers and newborns in a high-acuity unit.

Student Nurse- Pediatric Oncology Unit  |  Johns Hopkins Hospital - Baltimore, MD  |  06/2025 - 07/2025

• Assisted with daily patient care, therapeutic communication, and family-centered support for pediatric oncology patients.
• Obtained and recorded vital signs; learned safe medication administration practices under RN supervision.
• Documented patient care in EPIC electronic health record system.
• Observed and participated in interprofessional collaboration for complex pediatric care.

Student Nurse- Stroke Unit  |  University of Maryland, Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Institute - Baltimore, MD  |  04/2025 - 05/2025

• Performed focused neurological and complete head-to-toe assessments under RN supervision.
• Administered medications using the Five Rights of Medication Administration and performed point-of-care blood glucose testing.
• Documented patient care and assessments in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Obtained and interpreted vital signs; participated in patient handoff reports to support continuity of care.

Exploration of Cultural Diversity & Language Perspectives  | Accra, Ghana | 08/2023

• Orchestrated and led a workshop in Ghana aimed at empowering parents with the skills to implement Alternative and Augmentative communication (AAC) strategies for effective communication with their children at home.
• Designed and developed a comprehensive set of Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) cards, catering to linguistic diversity by creating versions in English, Twi, and Ga. These resources were distributed to participating parents for ongoing support in fostering communication with their children.
• Collaborated individually with Speech Language Pathologists and actively engaged with children undergoing speech therapy services, contributing to a holistic understanding of the challenges and health disparities in Ghana.
• Demonstrated cultural competence by developing and providing instructional materials featuring relatable visuals depicting elements from Ghanaians' daily lives. This approach facilitated a deeper and more resonant connection, enhancing the effectiveness of communication strategies in diverse cultural contexts.

• Certified Nursing Assistant | Maryland Board of Nursing | License No. A00213390 | Issued: 12/2023 | Renewed: 07/2025 | Expires: 08/2026
• Basic Life Support | American Heart Association | Issued: 08/23/2025 | Expires:08/2027