Drake Hanson
Houston
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in med-surg, burn/trauma, neuro, orthopedics and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
07.2023 - 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.
Registered Nurse
HCA Southeast
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Demonstrated expertise in providing care to patients with various orthopedic conditions such as fractures, joint replacements, and spinal surgery
- Operated and maintained specialized equipment, such as traction devices, continuous passive motion machines, and orthopedic beds
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated experience in providing comprehensive patient care for individuals with gastrointestinal disorders, including pre-operative and post-operative care, pain management and nutritional support
- Proficient in operating medical equipment and technology, including feeding tubes, ostomy bags, and patient lifts
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided high-quality care to patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, seizures, and traumatic brain injury
- Conducted comprehensive neurological assessments
- Experience with various monitoring equipment and technology used in neurology units, including EEG machines, telemetry, and EKG machines
- Treated COVID patient population while maintaining adequate isolation precautions
Registered Nurse
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
01.2014 - 01.2021
- Treated burn patients in extensive wound care, recovery and burn rehab as well as post-operative care for medical surgery patients
- Educated patients on wound care management and post-operative care
- Managed daily staffing and patient assignments for adequate nurse to patient ratios, acted as a resource to all nurses on the unit with clinical problem solving
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hampton University
Hampton, VA01.2014
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Wound care/Burn dressings
- Emotional intelligence
- Professional bedside manner
- IV administration
- Precepting
Certification
- First Aid and AED certification – American Red Cross
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Houston Methodist
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
HCA Southeast
11.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta
06.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center
08.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
01.2014 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hampton University
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