Donna Peterson
Chagrin Falls
Summary
Healthcare professional skilled in providing compassionate and comprehensive care in correctional settings. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Expertise in patient assessment, emergency response, and medication administration. Reliable and results-driven, known for maintaining high standards in challenging environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Metro Health Hospital
Cleveland, OH
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Conducted health assessments to identify patient needs and develop care plans.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the facility.
Nurse 1
Ohio Department Of Youth Services
4321 Green Road
05.2022 - 2025
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for youth.
Registered Nurse
Educare Medical Staffing
Cleveland, OH
04.2018 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Provide patient care in a correctional facility , intake nurse for new commits to the county jail system , health screenings, medical assessments and current medical needs chronic and acute .
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurel Lake Retirement Community
Hudson, OH
10.2015 - 05.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Care Rehabilitation Center
Mayfield Heights, OH
05.2012 - 10.2017
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing
Warrensville Heights, OH09-2015
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Mental health screening
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Management
- Compassionate Care
- De-escalation techniques
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- 2015 Member Of The National Honors Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Metro Health Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Nurse 1
Ohio Department Of Youth Services
05.2022 - 2025
Registered Nurse
Educare Medical Staffing
04.2018 - 03.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Laurel Lake Retirement Community
10.2015 - 05.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Care Rehabilitation Center
05.2012 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing