Duane Fowler
Westlake Village,United States
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
La Peer Surgery Center
04.2023 - 02.2025
- Floated between Pre-op/ Intra-op/ Post-op
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management..
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Recorded details regarding a variety of surgeries to keep patient charts updated.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Chief Nursing Officer
Rexford Operating Rooms
05.2019 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
- Recruited new professional staff members and implemented comprehensive training programs.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Los Angeles Vascular Ctr.
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Floated between Pre-op/ Intra-op/ Post-op.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System Glendale
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Chief Nursing Officer
Rheumatology Therapeutics Medical Center
03.2004 - 02.2019
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
- Assisted with preparation of budget and expense reports.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
01.2014 - 02.2017
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
Critical Care Transport Nurse
American Professional Ambulance
02.2009 - 03.2014
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to Critically ill patients during transport.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
West Hills Hospital
07.2010 - 07.2012
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
11.2005 - 11.2008
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills03-2003
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient safety
- Staff mentoring and coaching
- Patient care management
- Staff management
- Clinical management
- Patient care
- Budget administration
- Clinical expertise
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Suport
Timeline
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
La Peer Surgery Center
04.2023 - 02.2025
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
Los Angeles Vascular Ctr.
07.2021 - 02.2023
Chief Nursing Officer
Rexford Operating Rooms
05.2019 - 04.2023
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System Glendale
02.2017 - 05.2019
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
01.2014 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
West Hills Hospital
07.2010 - 07.2012
Critical Care Transport Nurse
American Professional Ambulance
02.2009 - 03.2014
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center
11.2005 - 11.2008
Chief Nursing Officer
Rheumatology Therapeutics Medical Center
03.2004 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles Pierce College
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