DESTINY DUARTE
Delano
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kern Medical
02.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Monitored both mother and baby''s vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate and attentive postpartum care to new mothers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive postpartum care plans.
- Promoted effective communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals involved in their care.
- Facilitated successful breastfeeding experiences by providing guidance, support, and education to new mothers struggling with latching or milk supply issues.
- Assisted physicians during postpartum procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
Register nurse
Kaweah health medical center
10.2023 - Current
- Labor and delivery nurse
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care and ensure safe and effective treatment plans
- Assist in the delivery of newborns and provide postnatal care to mothers
- Manage and coordinate patient care throughout the labor and delivery process
- Monitor vital signs of laboring patients and promptly report any abnormalities to the healthcare team
- Monitor and interpret fetal heart tracings during labor and delivery
- Educate and support patients and their families throughout the labor and delivery process, providing information on pain management techniques, breastfeeding, and newborn care
- Assist in the assessment of newborns, including conducting screenings and diagnostic tests to ensure their health and wellbeing
Vocational Nurse
Caring corner
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Monitor and administer medication to children with medical needs
- Provide emotional support and comfort to children with medical needs to ensure they feel safe and secure during their time at the daycare
- Ensure a safe and clean environment for children with medical needs in the daycare
- Collaborate with parents, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to develop individualized care plans for each child, ensuring their specific medical needs are met and their overall well-being is prioritized
- Assist in documenting and maintaining accurate medical records for each child, including medication administration, health assessments, and any changes in their condition
Vocational Nurse
College community services
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with mental health conditions, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being
- Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care and support for patients with mental health conditions
- Providing counseling and support to patients with mental health conditions to assist them in achieving their vocational goals
- Monitor and assess patient progress and provide timely reports to the healthcare team
Vocational Nurse (LVN)
United care facilities
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Create and maintain accurate patient records, including medical history, medications, and treatment plans, to ensure continuity of care and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients based on their needs and goals
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, therapists, and social workers, to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions to healthcare team
Education
Register Nurse -
Marsha Fuerst school of nursing
Bakersfield08.2023
Vocational nurse -
Santa Barbara Business College-Bakersfield
Bakersfield03.2019
Diploma -
Delano High School
Delano06.2012
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medical Records
- Care Plans
- Collaboration
- Monitoring
- Medication administration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kern Medical
02.2024 - Current
Register nurse
Kaweah health medical center
10.2023 - Current
Vocational Nurse
Caring corner
08.2022 - 06.2023
Vocational Nurse
College community services
12.2019 - 03.2022
Vocational Nurse (LVN)
United care facilities
09.2018 - 12.2019
Register Nurse -
Marsha Fuerst school of nursing
Vocational nurse -
Santa Barbara Business College-Bakersfield
Diploma -
Delano High School
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