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Dolores Hoffschneider

Cleveland

Summary

Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.

Diligent Registered Nurse, with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood
10.2014 - 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Registered Nurse

Emergency Hospital Sysytems
10.2017 - 05.2025
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

The Woodlands Specialty Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cleveland Regional Medical Center
03.2014 - 08.2014

Provided initial assessment/triage and provided appropriate, immediate care.

Closely monitored ER patients and reported changes to MD.

Administered medication (PO, IV, IM, SQ) and monitored the response and reported to MD.

Initiate IV and venipuncture.

Assisted MD with procedures>

Documentation

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ER

Doctors Diagnostic Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2014
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of The State of New York
Albany
04-1997

Vocational Nursing

Valley College of Medical And Dental Careers
North Hollywood, CA
09-1978

College Prep

Granada Hills High School
Granada Hills, CA
06-1976

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Emergency care
  • IV insertion
  • Airway management

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Emergency Hospital Sysytems
10.2017 - 05.2025

Registered Nurse

Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood
10.2014 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

The Woodlands Specialty Hospital
08.2014 - 10.2016

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Cleveland Regional Medical Center
03.2014 - 08.2014

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ER

Doctors Diagnostic Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of The State of New York

Vocational Nursing

Valley College of Medical And Dental Careers

College Prep

Granada Hills High School