Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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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, WA
01-2021

Associate of Arts - RN

Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA
10-2002

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
Matthew Danz