Diane Bailey
Registered nurse
Stewartstown,PA
Summary
Polished Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse committed to working with healthcare teams to deliver high-level service and support. Resourceful educator committed to increasing patient knowledge and wellbeing. Excellent track record of mentoring team members and leveraging care plan expertise to assist with treatment assessments and development. Dedicated professional proudly offering more than 38 years' expertise in many areas of Maryland based medical centers. A Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse with a warm personality and the belief in delivering compassionate care to each and every patient. Compassionate Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse remains calm and composed in the most stressful environments. Smart and determined in giving each patient an exceptional level of care through assessments, medication administration and dedicated service and support. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 7 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of level 3 NICU patients treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses. Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 7 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of medically needed treatments and planning long-term for patients. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Reliable employee seeking RN position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse Level 2 Nicu
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Bel Air, MD
01.2015 - Current
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 9-10 -bed neonatal ICU unit.
- Crafted tailored nursing care plan for each patient and evaluated it daily for effectiveness.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Assessed, evaluated and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to [Type] patients.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Staff Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level 3
Franklin Square Hospital Center
Rosedale, MD
04.2007 - 10.2014
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
- Assessed equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replac
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
Staff Nurse Level 2NICU
Harbor Hospital Center
Baltimore, MD
05.1985 - 11.1991
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Johnston Willis /Chippenham
Richmond, VA
03.1994 - 11.1997
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
LPN/Registered Nurse, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Harbor Hospital Center
Baltimore, MD
05.1985 - 11.1993
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
LPN Medical Surgical
Harbor Hospital Center
Baltimore, MD
09.1983 - 11.1984
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in epic and meditect to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Cared for over 1-2 compromised newborns and 1-4 low aquity patients each day with quality-driven support.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD05.1991
Practical Nursing Certificate
South Baltimore School of Practical Nursing
Baltimore, MD08.1983
Skills
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Reliable and Responsible
- Endotracheal Intubations
- Medication Administration
- GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Honest and Ethical
- Detail-Oriented
- Emotional Support
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Documentation and Reporting
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Pain Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Treatment Plan Creation and Revision
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Emergency Interventions
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Diagnostic Procedures
- MEDITECH Software
- Records Updating
- Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
- Analytical Thinking
- Quality Assurance
- Complex Information Interpretation
- Relationship Building
- Decision Making
- Community Programming
- Client Service and Engagement
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Persuasive Negotiation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Nursing Protocol Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Needs Assessment
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Issue Assessment and Monitoring
- Staff Coordination
- Proper Medical Equipment Storage
- Employee Guidance
- Problem Solving
- Post Mortem Care
- Intervention Recommendations
- Staff Educational Programming
- Protocol and Procedure Improvement
- Conference Coordination
Certification
- NRP Training - every 2 years
- BLS training- every 2years
- Licensed Register Nurse-30 years R111344
Timeline
Staff Nurse Level 2 Nicu
Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
01.2015 - Current
Staff Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Level 3
Franklin Square Hospital Center
04.2007 - 10.2014
Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery
Johnston Willis /Chippenham
03.1994 - 11.1997
Staff Nurse Level 2NICU
Harbor Hospital Center
05.1985 - 11.1991
LPN/Registered Nurse, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Harbor Hospital Center
05.1985 - 11.1993
LPN Medical Surgical
Harbor Hospital Center
09.1983 - 11.1984
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Practical Nursing Certificate
South Baltimore School of Practical Nursing