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Dianna King

Wallingford,PA

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Sterling Healthcare and Rehab
Media, PA
06.2023 - Current
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.

Registered Nurse

Springfield Rehabilitation & HealthCare Center
SPRINGFIELD, PA
07.2020 - 11.2022
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the facility.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.

Registered Nurse

HCR Manor Care Wallingford
Wallingford, PA
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.

Registered Nurse

HCR Heartland Hospice
Blue Bell, PA
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Duties same as below
  • Documentation in Point Care Software, Homecare/Homebase
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.

Nurse Supervisor

Providence Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Yeadon, PA
05.2018 - 11.2018
  • Coordinated admissions, discharges, and transfers of short-term and long-term patients
  • Performed assessments of post surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, routine assessments
  • Medication management for chronic and acute needs
  • Administered patient medications including PO, topical, injection, intravenous, rectal, ophthalmic
  • Supervision of staff providing comprehensive patient care to 200+ patients and residents
  • Coordinated with physicians in providing comprehensive patient care
  • Independently handled patient and/or family concerns and reported to management
  • Coordinating with physician and staff to provide urgent symptom management

RN Case Manager / On Call Team

Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
Plymouth Meeting, PA
05.2014 - 05.2018
  • Documentation in Curantis Systems
  • Effectively controlled the release of proprietary and confidential information for general client lists.
  • Supervisor of clinical staff not limited to CNA, LPN, Medication Tech
  • Performed clinical assessments according to company protocol
  • Admissions and discharges of patients
  • Ongoing assessments for symptom management and communication with medical practitioners to provide optimal patient comfort and care.
  • Management of medications for daily and PRN use
  • Telephone triage for patients and facility staff to provide optimal care.
  • Managing end of life symptoms
  • Education to patients, families and facility staff with ongoing healthcare needs

Staff Nurse

Bayada Pediatric Home Care
Chesterbrook, PA
03.2013 - 05.2014
  • Daily assessment for pediatric population
  • Medication administration including PO, IV, IM, SQ, Peg, and rectal routes
  • Charting on assessments
  • Ongoing communication with case manager and primary care physician to provide optimal patient care and comfort
  • Implemented specialty care including PT, OT, Respiratory therapy
  • Medication management
  • Symptom management

RN Liason / RN Supervisor

Home Helpers
Drexel Hill, PA
03.2012 - 05.2014
  • Organized care for over 150 clients
  • Intake assessments for new clients
  • Writing and implementation of client care plans
  • Quartly assessments and implementation of client care
  • Communicated with doctors for continuity of care
  • Supervision of licensed professionals including CNA, HHA, and home care companions Training for new employees
  • Disciplined employees as needed

Riddle Village Nursing Home
Media, PA
07.2010 - 11.2010
  • Alternated between day, evening, and night shift on a 44 bed unit
  • Provided quality care for long-term and rehabilitative care to geriatric clients
  • Rotated with other nurses in supervision of nursing assistants and licensed practical nurses
  • Administered medications including but not limited to PO, IM, IV, SQ, topical, rectal routes
  • Performed clinical tasks according to institution protocols
  • Performed admissions and discharges of residents
  • Assessed resident status and notified doctor of changes in status
  • Educated residents and families in the education of health care needs Utilized the four step nursing process
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential information

Education

BSN -

Kaplan University Online
05.2014

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
05-2010

Skills

  • Change management
  • Proficiency in symptom management Client-focused care
  • Assessment Skills
  • Medication management
  • End of Life Care
  • Vital signs
  • Supervision of CNA, LPN, and licensed professionals
  • Wound Management
  • Case Management
  • Assessment and documentation of insurance eligibility
  • Coordination with medical practitioners and other licensed staff to provide continuity of care
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Service Coordination
  • Medical Evaluation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Patient Counseling
  • Care Plan Development
  • Pediatric Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Emotional Awareness
  • Care Coordination
  • Patient Assessments
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Sterling Healthcare and Rehab
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Springfield Rehabilitation & HealthCare Center
07.2020 - 11.2022

Registered Nurse

HCR Manor Care Wallingford
07.2019 - 02.2020

Registered Nurse

HCR Heartland Hospice
11.2018 - 04.2019

Nurse Supervisor

Providence Rehabilitation and Healthcare
05.2018 - 11.2018

RN Case Manager / On Call Team

Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care
05.2014 - 05.2018

Staff Nurse

Bayada Pediatric Home Care
03.2013 - 05.2014

RN Liason / RN Supervisor

Home Helpers
03.2012 - 05.2014

Riddle Village Nursing Home
07.2010 - 11.2010

BSN -

Kaplan University Online

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Delaware County Community College

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