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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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RegisteredNurse

Donald White

Apache Junction,AZ

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Select Medical, excelling in patient assessments and wound care. Known for compassionate care and strong clinical judgment, I implemented evidence-based interventions that significantly improved patient outcomes. Adept at medication administration and fostering teamwork, I enhance recovery processes in diverse healthcare settings.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Registered Nurse

Select Medical
04.2022 - 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Registered Nurse

Banner Baywood Medical Center
02.1999 - 04.2022

Provided preoperative and postoperative care in orthopedic surgical settings.

Enhanced patient recovery processes at Rhodes Rehabilitation Care.

Education

Registered Nurse

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY
05.1995

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Rochester School of Practical Nursing
Rochester, NY
01.1990 - 12.1990

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Wound care
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care planning
  • Patient management
  • Care plan development
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient evaluation
  • Licensed RN
  • Taking vitals
  • Collecting vitals
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Medication distribution
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Precepting
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team coordination
  • EMR systems
  • Performing ekgs
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Emergency response
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Vaccine administration
  • Diabetes management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • EMR / EHR
  • High level of autonomy
  • Chronic disease management
  • Medical assessment
  • ADL assistance
  • Staff supervision
  • Personal care needs
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chest pain management
  • Administering immunizations
  • Health screening
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Mobility assistance
  • Removing sutures
  • Seizure management
  • Medical evaluation
  • Software use

Certification

BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Select Medical
04.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Banner Baywood Medical Center
02.1999 - 04.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Rochester School of Practical Nursing
01.1990 - 12.1990

Registered Nurse

Monroe Community College
Donald White