Matthew Danz
Ferndale,WA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in both chronic and acute patient care settings that demonstrates a strong commitment to positive patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Everett, WA
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Maintained a safe environment for both patients and staff at all times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Managed medications such as antiarrhythmic agents according to physician orders.
- Identified potential risks or complications associated with existing medical conditions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Implemented evidence-based practices while caring for Telemetry patients.
- Responded promptly to any emergencies that arose during shift hours.
- Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to administering medication or treatments.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans, emphasizing lifestyle modifications.
- Provided care to patients with cardiac and pulmonary diseases using telemetry monitoring equipment.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels and respiratory rate.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted thorough documentation of all assessments, treatments, and progress notes in electronic medical records system.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
RN Urgent Care
Skagit Valley Medical Center
Mount Vernon, WA
04.2013 - 01.2017
- Utilized clinical judgement when providing evidence-based nursing interventions for a variety of acute illnesses or injuries.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between multiple patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing quality patient care.
Acute Dialysis RN
Mt. Baker Kidney Center
Bellingham, WA
05.2010 - 03.2013
- Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
RN, Emergency Department
Advantage Nurse Staffing
Vancouver, WA
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
RN, Emergency Department
Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
Mountlake Terrace, WA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Instructed and educated patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
RN, Med/Surg, ICU,ED
Whidbey General Hospital
Coupeville, WA
01.2003 - 02.2007
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services including medications given and response to treatments.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory agency policies governing safe delivery of healthcare services.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valley Hospital & Medical Center
Spokane Valley, WA
02.1998 - 04.2004
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechatronics
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA01-2021
Associate of Arts - RN
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA10-2002
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Safety compliance
- Commitment to Ethical Standards
- Evidence-based practice
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Empathetic Support
- Health promotion
- Relationship building
- Active listening
- Risk assessment
- Time management
- Care coordination
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- End-of-life care
Certification
- RN License# RN00148293
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Telemetry RN
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2025
RN Urgent Care
Skagit Valley Medical Center
04.2013 - 01.2017
Acute Dialysis RN
Mt. Baker Kidney Center
05.2010 - 03.2013
RN, Emergency Department
Advantage Nurse Staffing
01.2008 - 01.2010
RN, Emergency Department
Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
01.2007 - 01.2008
RN, Med/Surg, ICU,ED
Whidbey General Hospital
01.2003 - 02.2007
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valley Hospital & Medical Center
02.1998 - 04.2004
Associate of Science - Mechatronics
Bellingham Technical College
Associate of Arts - RN
Spokane Community College
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