DIAN BLAKE
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital System( Centralized Float Pool)
Hollywood, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
- Improved patient safety by consistently monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in status, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Acted as a patient advocate by effectively communicating their needs to the healthcare team and ensuring appropriate follow-up care was arranged.
ED Registered Nurse
Signature Brockton Hospital
Brockton, MA
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
El Centro Regional Hospital
El Centro, CA
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
ED/ICU Registered Nurse
Mercy General Hospital
San Francisco, CA
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
ICU Registered Nurse
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
Hollywood, FL
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Crisis Response RN - ICU
Del Sol Medical Center
El Paso, TX
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
ED/ ICU RN
Jacobi Hospital
The Bronx, NY
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
RN Rapid Response
Life Care Center Of Kirkland
Seattle, WA
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
RN, ED
North Shore Hospital And Medical Center
Miami, FL
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with students with multiple degrees of special needs to accomplish various tasks.
ED RN/Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Aventura Hospital
Aventura, FL
11.2013 - 02.2018
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Trained [Number] new nurses on hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures and patient interventions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2005
Skills
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Patient Stabilization
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Conditions Assessment
- Patient Management
- Nursing Protocols
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Infection Control Procedures
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medical Emergency Response
- Accurate Documentation
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital System( Centralized Float Pool)
06.2023 - Current
ED Registered Nurse
Signature Brockton Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2023
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
El Centro Regional Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2022
ED/ICU Registered Nurse
Mercy General Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2022
ICU Registered Nurse
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
07.2021 - 01.2022
Crisis Response RN - ICU
Del Sol Medical Center
04.2021 - 07.2021
ED/ ICU RN
Jacobi Hospital
12.2020 - 04.2021
RN Rapid Response
Life Care Center Of Kirkland
11.2020 - 12.2020
RN, ED
North Shore Hospital And Medical Center
02.2018 - 11.2020
ED RN/Staff Relief Charge Nurse
Aventura Hospital
11.2013 - 02.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Broward College