Doreen Mkala
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Health System
Baltimore, MD
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Float pool nurse who assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for patients across several departments throughout the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
01.2018 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately in an intermediate medical unit and COVID ICU during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Registered Nurse
Alliant Staffing Healthcare (now PRN Nurses)
Bethesda, MD
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations and make appropriate decisions in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Contracted into a mix of Medical ICU/Neuro ICU at Univ of Maryland Midtown Campus and also completed another contract with Adventist Hospital in Silver spring on a Cardiovascular step down unit
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
Falls Church, VA
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Align staffing
Annapolis, MD
04.2014 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
Registered Nurse
Deanwood Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
Washington, DC
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Commonwealth health and Rehab center
Fairfax, VA
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Community College of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC12-2012
Skills
- Patient Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Critical Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- High level of autonomy
- Nursing staff leadership
Accomplishments
- Part of 2020 Daisy Team award at Johns Hopkins Hospital- MPCU Nelson 5
Certification
- Active ACLS and BLS
Languages
Swahili
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Health System
11.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Alliant Staffing Healthcare (now PRN Nurses)
05.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
10.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Deanwood Rehabilitation & Wellness Center
02.2015 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse
Align staffing
04.2014 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Commonwealth health and Rehab center
07.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The District of Columbia
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Community College of The District of Columbia
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