Donna Destine
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Experienced RN with a strong background in PCU, tele, and med-surge as both a staff and travel nurse. Dedication to delivering high-quality patient care and implementing effective care strategies. Thrives in fast-paced environments and easily adapts to new workflows. Compassionate caregiver with a patient-focused approach, particularly in urgent and high patient volume settings. Exceptional planning, diagnostic, and mentoring abilities, while maintaining cultural sensitivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Core Med
03.2024 - Current
- Tele-Med-Surge Float
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Cross Country
03.2024 - Current
- Tele-Med-Surge Float
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Core Med
10.2023 - Current
- Tele-Med-Surge Float
Tele
US Nursing
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Strike assignment
- Tele-Med-Surge Float
Tele
US Nursing
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Strike assignment
- Tele
PCU Float
US Nursing
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Strike assignment
- PCU, Tele-Med-Surge Float
PCU Float
Prolink
04.2023 - 07.2023
- PCU Float
Med Surge Tele Float
Fastaff
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Tele, Med-Surge Float
Tele and Med Surge Float
American Mobile Network
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Tele, Med-Surge Float
PCU Float /EPIC Resource Nurse
American Mobile Network
04.2022 - 07.2022
- PCU, Tele, Med-Surge Float
- Epic Resource Nurse
PCU Cardiac
Prolink
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Cardiac PCU, Tele
PCU
Prolink
07.2021 - 12.2021
- PCU, Tele, Med-Surge Float
Telemetry RN
RN Network
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Tele, Med-Surge Float
- Observation Unit
Telemetry RN
MHS Staffing
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Tele, Med-Surge Float
RN-Infusion Nurse
Option Care
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Delivered in home nursing services that included IV infusion medications, weekly labs work and weekly line care
- Maintain PICC-Line, Mid-line, and or PIV
- Draw lab as directed
- Teach and train patients and family members treatment plan as per instructions by MD
- Assess patients’ nursing needs and report to MD
- Observe physical condition and signs and symptoms
- Administer IV medications
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN
Broward Health Medical Center Cardiac- PCU
11.2018 - 01.2021
- Monitor and care of patients with cardiac conditions such as; MI, cardiac arrhythmia, CVA, pre/pot cardiac surgery, pre/post cardiac catherization, post pacemaker implant and TAVR
- Developed, implemented, and updated individualized nursing care plans and reported pertinent observations and patient reactions to appropriate personnel (physician, head nurse, charge nurse and/or nursing supervisor) and records observations accurately, legibly, and concisely
- Assessed and cared for patients with heart problems and conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Matrix Homecare
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Delivered in home nursing services that included wound care, ventilator tracheostomy care, g-tube feeding/care, glucose checks, blood pressure monitoring, and rehabilitation therapy
- Key Results
- Draw lab as directed
- Implement treatment plan as per instructions by the MD
- Assess patients’ nursing needs and report to DON
- Observe physical condition and signs and symptoms
- Administer medications
- Educate patient and family of medication management
- Prepare folders and files and maintain data of treatment given
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vitas Healthcare
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Administered care according to the plan of care to terminally ill patients admitted to the VITAS hospice program
- Provided direct skilled bedside nursing care
- Evaluated patient/family needs in the preparation and executions of the interdisciplinary plan of care for each patient on the team and the effectiveness of treatments and monitors patient’s reactions
- Performed selected acts in care of the terminally ill under the direct supervision of a registered nurse; such acts include the administration of treatments and medications
- Participated in on-call rotation/schedule to meet the needs of patients and families
- Obtained phone orders from Vitas RN or Vitas MD
- Safe administration of medications, which may include narcotics meds
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miami Shores Nursing and Rehab
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Under supervision of registered nurse, physician, or advanced practice nurse and assists residents in adapting to altered lifestyle, while providing therapeutic environment for client's and their family's development
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Implemented treatment plan as per instructions of MD
- Observed physical condition and signs and symptoms
- Delegates assignments to nursing assistants
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greencross Nursing Services
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Delivered in home nursing services that included wound dressing and care, ventilator, tracheostomy care, g-tube feeding and care, patient bathing and hygiene assistance, glucose checks, blood pressure monitoring
- Traveled 15 miles radios to provide home-health services to pediatrics, adults and geriatrics
- Followed treatment plans for patient recovery, minimize pain and discomfort, infection and complications and optimize patient outcomes
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress, symptoms and vital signs on each visit
- Educated clients and their families on the safe treatment of injuries, illness and conditions
- Safe administration of medications
- Consults and advocacy with the focus on attaining treatment goals
Education
BSN -
Miami, Dade College
Miami, FL05.2025
ASN -
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL04.2018
Skills
- Epic
- Pyxis
- Omnicell
- Meditech
- Cerner
Personal Information
Title: RN
Licenses Certificates Education
- Florida Compact RN, 9490646, 01/26
- Michigan RN, 4704391513, 05/26
- Minnesota RN, 2512032, 10/23
- Massachusetts RN, 2375284, 10/26
- California RN, 95289494, 11/25
- Oregon RN, 10013028, 10/25
- Miami, Dade College, BSN, 05/25
- Keiser University, ASN, 04/18
- Sheridan Technical College, LPN, 2011
Timeline
Tele
US Nursing
01.2025 - 02.2025
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Core Med
03.2024 - Current
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Cross Country
03.2024 - Current
Tele
US Nursing
10.2023 - 10.2023
Tele-Med-Surge Float
Core Med
10.2023 - Current
PCU Float
US Nursing
08.2023 - 09.2023
PCU Float
Prolink
04.2023 - 07.2023
Med Surge Tele Float
Fastaff
12.2022 - 03.2023
Tele and Med Surge Float
American Mobile Network
09.2022 - 11.2022
PCU Float /EPIC Resource Nurse
American Mobile Network
04.2022 - 07.2022
PCU Cardiac
Prolink
01.2022 - 02.2022
PCU
Prolink
07.2021 - 12.2021
Telemetry RN
RN Network
04.2021 - 06.2021
Telemetry RN
MHS Staffing
01.2021 - 03.2021
RN-Infusion Nurse
Option Care
11.2018 - 03.2021
RN
Broward Health Medical Center Cardiac- PCU
11.2018 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Matrix Homecare
07.2018 - 12.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miami Shores Nursing and Rehab
01.2016 - 12.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vitas Healthcare
08.2015 - 06.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Greencross Nursing Services
01.2013 - 09.2015
BSN -
Miami, Dade College
ASN -
Keiser University
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