Diane L. Brathwaite
Detroit
Summary
Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
01.2025 - 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.
Unit Manager
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
07.2024 - Current
- Provided training sessions for newly hired personnel on relevant skills required for their roles.
- Provided guidance, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
- Conducted performance reviews for all unit personnel.
BLS Instructor
Lavish mobile cpr
11.2018 - Current
- Conducted lectures on various topics related to Basic Life Support.
- Monitored student practice scenarios during class sessions to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Instructed students on the proper use of automated external defibrillators.
- Advised students on how to recognize signs of cardiac arrest and perform CPR correctly.
- Demonstrated hands-on techniques for chest compressions and rescue breathing.
LPN
DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN-Charge Nurse
Sheffield Manor Nursing and Rehab
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
LPN- Charge Nurse
Oak Pointe Villa Nursing and Rehab
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective patient care delivery.
- Promoted positive relationships between patients, families, visitors, physicians, nurses, volunteers.
LPN/Dialysis Tech
Fresenius Dialysis
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OH09-2024
Practical Nurse Training -
Everest Institute
Southfield, MI09.2014
Patient Care Technician Training -
Oakland University/ Focus Hope
Detroit, MI04.2011
Skills
- Nurse scheduling
- Safety enforcement
- Behavioral management
- Staff training
- Documentation review
- Medication and IV administration
- Care plan implementation
- Nursing assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- NG tube insertion
- Mental health care
- Care coordination
- Patient rights advocacy
- Discharge coordination
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Unit Manager
Heritage Manor Nursing Home
07.2024 - Current
LPN
DMC Sinai Grace Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2022
BLS Instructor
Lavish mobile cpr
11.2018 - Current
LPN-Charge Nurse
Sheffield Manor Nursing and Rehab
11.2016 - 11.2018
LPN- Charge Nurse
Oak Pointe Villa Nursing and Rehab
03.2015 - 07.2016
LPN/Dialysis Tech
Fresenius Dialysis
09.2014 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Practical Nurse Training -
Everest Institute
Patient Care Technician Training -
Oakland University/ Focus Hope
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