Dianna Kendall
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and direct care. Committed to providing empathetic support and ensuring effective infection control measures for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avida Home Health
Greenwood Village, CO
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring prompt communication with healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of disease processes and treatments.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring alignment with established health goals.
Registered Nurse
Gold Leaf Home Health
Centennial, CO
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
Aurora Medical Center
Aurora, CO
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and compliance with healthcare regulations, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to improve service delivery standards and enhance overall patient satisfaction rates.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring alignment with established health goals.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, ensuring prompt communication with healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Nursing staff leadership
- Hospice and palliative care
- Home health care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Avida Home Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gold Leaf Home Health
10.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Aurora Medical Center
10.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University