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Keith Daugherty

Imler,PA

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse Clinician at UPMC Altoona with strong clinical judgment and a commitment to quality improvement. Successfully implemented patient care protocols, enhancing service quality and reducing readmission rates. Proven ability to mentor teams and foster collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective health promotion strategies.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Clinician

UPMC Altoona
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Implemented patient care protocols, enhancing quality of service and improving patient outcomes.
  • Developed training programs for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge retention.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating targeted development plans.
  • Optimized nursing staff performance by providing ongoing professional development opportunities, mentoring, and feedback sessions.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospital readmission rates through proactive patient education.

Registered Nurse, CTICU

UPMC Altoona
05.2015 - 10.2024
  • Delivered comprehensive patient assessments, identifying critical changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for complex patients.
  • Mentored junior nurses, enhancing team knowledge on advanced cardiac life support techniques and best nursing practices.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care procedures, fostering a supportive recovery environment.
  • Evaluated patient outcomes through continuous monitoring, adjusting care strategies to optimize recovery trajectories.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

UPMC Altoona
02.2009 - 05.2013
  • Administered patient care and medication in compliance with established protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health maintenance strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.

Funeral Home Manager

Demaine Funeral Home
02.1997 - 05.2006
  • Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Coordinated funeral services, collaborating with families to meet their specific needs and preferences.
  • Oversaw staff training programs, enhancing team skills in customer service and operational procedures.
  • Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency and streamlined service delivery.
  • Led community outreach initiatives, fostering positive relationships between the funeral home and local organizations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Aloysius College
Cresson
12-2008

Associates Business Degree - Funeral Service

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science
Pittsburgh, PA
12-1996

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Quality improvement
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Time management
  • Health promotion

Timeline

Registered Nurse Clinician

UPMC Altoona
10.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, CTICU

UPMC Altoona
05.2015 - 10.2024

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

UPMC Altoona
02.2009 - 05.2013

Funeral Home Manager

Demaine Funeral Home
02.1997 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Aloysius College

Associates Business Degree - Funeral Service

Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science

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