Destinee Sanchez
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse seeking a challenging position that effectively utilizes my skills in nursing and offers learning opportunities. Proven to remain calm under pressure and handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
IU Arnett Hospital
Lafayette, IN
07.2023 - Current
- Committees: Co-Chair of the Professional Practice Council on the Progressive Care Unit
- Preceptor: Training new nurses in critical thinking and serving as a mentor to new hires
- Infusions/Medications: Morphine, Diltiazem, Amiodarone, Insulin, Lasix, Blood, Platelets, Octreotide, Nitroglycerin, Heparin, Digoxin, Sotalol, and Tikosyn induction
- Dependable in coming to work and starting on time
- Experienced in code and rapid response situations
- Experienced in providing care to patient populations with CHF, CKD, Diabetes, CAD, MI, GI complications, etc.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes
- Excellent communication skills with coworkers, interdisciplinary team, patients, and family
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with nurses
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
Student Nurse Intern
Saint Anthony Nursing School
Rockford, IL
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements
- Helped with care implementation for assigned caseload of patients
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry
- Administered medications (IM, IV, PO, feeding tubes, subcutaneous), noted side effects and reported issues to senior staff
- Decannulated a port and removed an internal jugular access site with supervision of nurse preceptor
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding, and charted intake for review
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems to inquire about needs and offer assistance
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training
- Completed phlebotomy tasks to obtain needed biological specimens for laboratory testing
- Reviewed and completed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term goals according to the physicians' instructions
- Reviewed daily assignment lists and associated charts
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses
- Educated patients and family on discharge instructions regarding medications, disease process, and follow-up appointments
- Provided nurse to nurse change of shift report
- Completed transfer discharge paperwork to a skilled nursing facility
Certified Nursing Assistant
Javon Bea MercyHealth Hospital
Rockford, IL
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
- Delivered high-quality care to cardiac and neurological patients in hospital facility
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, answering calls, documenting vital signs, placing patients on continuous cardiac monitors, weights, and intake and output
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives based on their individual needs
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to perform self-care, and ambulated those with limited mobility
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
- Transported patients between rooms or testing locations
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Performed tasks with equipment such as a glucometer, electrocardiogram machine, bladder scanner, cardiac chair, and lift machine
Personal Assistant
State Of Illinois
Rockton, IL
08.2018 - 10.2020
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients
- Facilitated transportation to and from appointments
- Encouraged clients to take part in activities tailored to individual needs
- Assisted clients with daily activities by helping with bathing, grooming, dressing and meal preparation
- Completed household tasks by assisting with laundry, light housekeeping, and cooking
- Provided assistance with medication management
- Developed and implemented activities to improve clients' quality of life
Education
Bachelor's of Nursing - Nursing
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Rockford05.2023
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05.2021
High School Diploma -
North Love Christian School
Rockford, IL05.2018
Skills
- Patient telemetry monitoring
- Epic and Cerner Systems
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Accurate documentation
- Lab result interpretation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Strong clinical judgment and patient assessment abilities
- Compassion and empathy
Accomplishments
- Progressive Care Unit Employee of the Month in April 2023
Certification
- BLS, ACLS, Accu-Chek - Roche Diagnostics, EKG 1 and Advanced EKG
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
IU Arnett Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Javon Bea MercyHealth Hospital
10.2020 - 04.2023
Student Nurse Intern
Saint Anthony Nursing School
08.2020 - 05.2023
Personal Assistant
State Of Illinois
08.2018 - 10.2020
- BLS, ACLS, Accu-Chek - Roche Diagnostics, EKG 1 and Advanced EKG
Bachelor's of Nursing - Nursing
Saint Anthony College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Rock Valley College
High School Diploma -
North Love Christian School
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