Nicole Dinning
Reading,MA
Summary
- Experienced Registered Nurse with experience in care coordination and patient education, with a proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in developing individualized treatment plans and responding effectively to complex comorbidities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lowell General Hospital
Lowell, Massachusetts
01.2022 - Current
- Worked as Critical Care Float Nurse across units including Oncology, Cardiac, Drug Withdrawal, Observation, Emergency Department, and Progressive Care, adapting to diverse patient needs.
- Utilized knowledge and critical thinking to make informed decisions on complex comorbidities, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create tailored treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive and effective patient care.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing optimal care and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
Lawrence, Massachusetts
2019 - 2022
- Managed care for six high-acuity telemetry patients per shift, achieving optimal health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on preventive care strategies, contributing to better health management.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve comprehensive patient care coordination.
Community Health Nurse
Home Health VNA
Lawrence, Massachusetts
2014 - 2019
- Streamlined communication with community organizations, enhancing healthcare access for underserved populations.
- Administered education sessions on chronic disease management and lifestyle modification strategies.
- Managed specialty care referrals, ensuring patients received timely interventions based on comprehensive assessments.
- Collaborated with community organizations to expand healthcare access for underserved populations, strengthening community partnerships and resource allocation.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Amedisys, Inc
Fall River, MA
2013 - 2014
- Created individualized care plans that addressed unique, complex patient needs and preferences.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care.
- Collaborated with social workers and chaplains to deliver comprehensive, holistic support tailored to patient needs.
Oncology Staff Nurse
VA San Diego Medical Center
La Jolla, California
2012 - 2013
- Administered chemotherapy treatments according to established protocols, ensuring adherence to tailored patient guidelines for optimal care.
- Delivered comprehensive oncology nursing care during chemotherapy and radiation therapy, enhancing patient comfort and treatment effectiveness.
- Executed crisis intervention strategies, prioritizing patient safety and well-being in high-stress situations.
Medical-Surgical Telemetry Staff Nurse
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
Fountain Valley, California
2010 - 2012
- Acted swiftly in emergencies, providing expert care and implementing life-saving interventions.
- Evaluated telemetry data with critical thinking to support timely and informed clinical decisions.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify complications, guiding targeted care strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing: Care Coordination
Capella University
North Andover, MA12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
San Diego State University
San Diego12-1997
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Advanced crisis management
- Nursing leadership
- Patient advocacy
- Community outreach
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lowell General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
2019 - 2022
Community Health Nurse
Home Health VNA
2014 - 2019
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Amedisys, Inc
2013 - 2014
Oncology Staff Nurse
VA San Diego Medical Center
2012 - 2013
Medical-Surgical Telemetry Staff Nurse
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center
2010 - 2012
Master of Science - Nursing: Care Coordination
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
San Diego State University