Meranda Dimery
1371 Dominica Dr,CA
Summary
Registered Nurse with 12 years of hands-on experience providing outstanding patient care in a variety of acute care settings. Highly skilled in assessing patient conditions and mental health through frequent evaluations and treatment using advanced technology and nursing practices. Committed to promoting patient independence by establishing patient care goals and training patients and families on appropriate care practices. Strong leaderships skills with an ability to develop and motivate team-members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Four Seasons Healthcare & Wellness Center
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure and asthma.
- Communicated with physicians and hospital staff regarding significant information to notify staff of issues and changes.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
- Maintained timely documentation of all treatments provided, supporting accurate billing processes and facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Provided education on self-care management to patients living with chronic kidney disease or undergoing dialysis treatment.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Met with patients to gather vitals, evaluate symptoms and assess conditions, ordered diagnostic tests and interpreted laboratory results.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Director of Clinical Services
Alta Camarillo
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Interviewed and hired highly talented individuals bringing great skills and passion to daily jobs.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management, and competency improvement.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
ADON/Director of Staff Development/Infection Preventionist
Brookdale Senior Living Facility/Alta Camarillo
08.2016 - 02.2023
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Oversaw infection control efforts throughout the facility, contributing to reduced transmission rates among patients and staff members alike.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital-acquired infections, enhancing overall patient safety measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Registered Nurse
Emeritus/Brookdale
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ventura College
Ventura, CA05-2013
Skills
- Patient condition monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Staff development
- Nursing Assessment
- Point Click Care proficiency
- Infection control
- Charting and documentation
- Teamwork and conflict resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Relevant Skills
- Dedicated patient advocate, which has me putting the needs and care of the patient above everything else.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, since much of this job requires speaking to patients kindly and discussing care with other medical staff.
- Expert multitasker and highly organized, which makes it easier for me to manage several patients on my caseload at once.
- Respected team player throughout my career, equipping me with the right mindset to want to offer anything I can to help improve patient outcomes.
- Excellent sense of integrity and honesty when dealing with sensitive subjects and situations related to patients.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - expires 09/30/2026
- CPR/AED certified-expires 11/2025
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Four Seasons Healthcare & Wellness Center
06.2024 - 04.2025
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
10.2023 - 06.2024
Director of Clinical Services
Alta Camarillo
02.2023 - 10.2023
ADON/Director of Staff Development/Infection Preventionist
Brookdale Senior Living Facility/Alta Camarillo
08.2016 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Emeritus/Brookdale
06.2014 - 08.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ventura College
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