Diana Hightower
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ED RN
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
03.2023 - Current
- Increased efficiency within the ED setting through proficient utilization of electronic health record systems for documentation purposes.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues by fostering an environment of open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision making.
- Expedited treatment processes for critically ill patients through rapid assessment techniques and prompt intervention implementation.
- Supported family members during difficult moments by providing emotional support and clear explanations of medical procedures or diagnoses as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients in the ED setting.
- Minimized medication errors by diligently verifying orders and administering medications according to established protocols.
Med/Surg RN
Texas Health Resources Southwest
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Coordinates and delivers nursing care and patient/family education for adult and geriatric patients using the nursing process
- Maintains health care records for accurate representation of patient’s health.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Med/Surg RN
Wise health Systems
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed critical situations calmly by utilizing advanced clinical skills during emergency scenarios such as respiratory distress or code blue events.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Facilitated patient-family communication using virtual platforms and telephone calls to minimize the emotional toll of isolation during hospitalizations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Education
Bachelors of Science - nursing
UT Tyler
08.2021
Associates of Nursing -
Weatherford College
05.2020
Associates of Science -
Weatherford College
08.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Weatherford College
12.2014
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Airway Management
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- EMR / EHR
- IV Insertion
- Medication Administration
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- TNCC
Timeline
ED RN
Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
03.2023 - Current
Med/Surg RN
Texas Health Resources Southwest
12.2021 - 03.2023
Med/Surg RN
Wise health Systems
12.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelors of Science - nursing
UT Tyler
Associates of Nursing -
Weatherford College
Associates of Science -
Weatherford College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Weatherford College