Donna Bentley
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Experienced and detail-oriented RN Case Manager with 25+ years of hospital experience. Highly motivated professional skilled at identifying appropriate levels of in-patient and out-patient care to achieve patient goals. Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish strong connections with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration. Committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, dedicated to facilitating positive outcomes for individuals under supervision.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Registered Nurse
Allegiance Home Health and Rehab
07.2023 - Current
- Perform comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and environmental needs in the home setting.
- Conduct specialized assessments, including cardiopulmonary evaluations and complex wound evaluations.
- Monitor vital signs and overall health status to detect early signs of complications.
- Administer prescribed treatments, including IV therapy, wound dressings, and medication management.
- Educate patients and families on care plans, medication administration, and self-care techniques.
Registered Nurse / Crisis Unit
South County Mental Health Center
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Conduct comprehensive mental health and medical assessments upon admission.
- Evaluate patients' physical and psychological conditions to determine immediate care needs.
- Identify risk factors, including suicidal ideation, self-harm, or harm to others.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Broward Health Imperial Point
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Perform rapid patient assessments to determine injury severity and prioritize care based on trauma protocols.
- Provide life-saving interventions, including airway management, fluid resuscitation, wound care, and hemorrhage control.
- Assist in procedures such as chest tube insertion, intubation, and central line placement.
Monitor patients’ vital signs and physiological responses during treatment. - Develop and implement care plans for trauma patients, addressing short- and long-term needs.
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, physical therapists, and other specialists to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Assess and arrange for appropriate discharge planning, including home health services, rehabilitation, or psychiatric follow-up.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
JFK Medical Center-HCA
01.2016 - 10.2018
- Perform rapid assessments to evaluate the severity of illness or injury.
- Prioritize patients based on triage protocols.
- Identify life-threatening conditions requiring immediate intervention, such as cardiac arrest, stroke, or trauma.
- Obtain medical histories, including chief complaints, allergies, medications, and pre-existing conditions.
- Document findings accurately and promptly in electronic medical records.
- Record vital signs, pain levels, and any observed abnormalities.
Emergency Department RN
Florida Medical Center Tenet Healthcare
05.2014 - 09.2016
- Perform rapid and accurate assessments of patients presenting with cardiac symptoms and mental health crises.
- Prioritize care based on the severity of symptoms using established triage protocols.
- Obtain and document patient histories, including medications, allergies, and past medical or psychiatric conditions.
- Conduct ECG/EKG monitoring and interpret results to detect arrhythmias, ischemia, or myocardial infarctions.
- Administer emergency treatments, including nitroglycerin, aspirin, and thrombolytics, as prescribed.
- Initiate and manage IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and oxygen therapy to stabilize cardiac patients.
- Prepare patients for procedures such as cardioversion, cardiac catheterization, or pacemaker placement.
Charge Nurse/Intake Intake in psych emergency department.
Florida Medical Center - Tenet
05.2014 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse / Admissions
Palm Partners, LLC
02.2011 - 04.2014
Case Manager
Atlantic Shores - Universal Health Services
01.2006 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse / Emergency Dept Charge Nurse
Imperial Point Medical Center - Broward Health
09.1998 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse / Nursing Supervisor
Fair Oaks Hospital @ Delray Medical Center
05.1996 - 09.1998
Education
InterQual Training Certificate
HCA-Health Stream
05.2018
Nursing
Lynn University
05.1995
AS Degree - Registered Nursing
Broward College
05.1994
Skills
- Proficient in Meditech, Midas, Microsoft Word, Cerner, InterQual and Outlook
- NICHE certified
- Clinical assessment
- Patient care plans
- Palliative care
- Physician consultations
- Inpatient care
- Managed care
- Home health care
- Medical coding
- Needs assessment
- Plan of care support
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- RN #3076932
Language
English Proficient
Job Objective
Seeking to leverage my extensive clinical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Timeline
Field Registered Nurse
Allegiance Home Health and Rehab
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse / Crisis Unit
South County Mental Health Center
11.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Broward Health Imperial Point
10.2018 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
JFK Medical Center-HCA
01.2016 - 10.2018
Emergency Department RN
Florida Medical Center Tenet Healthcare
05.2014 - 09.2016
Charge Nurse/Intake Intake in psych emergency department.
Florida Medical Center - Tenet
05.2014 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse / Admissions
Palm Partners, LLC
02.2011 - 04.2014
Case Manager
Atlantic Shores - Universal Health Services
01.2006 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse / Emergency Dept Charge Nurse
Imperial Point Medical Center - Broward Health
09.1998 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse / Nursing Supervisor
Fair Oaks Hospital @ Delray Medical Center
05.1996 - 09.1998
Nursing
Lynn University
AS Degree - Registered Nursing
Broward College
InterQual Training Certificate
HCA-Health Stream
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