Pamela Dehici
Rocky Mount,NC
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient assessment, critical thinking, and education. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and advocate for patient needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse III
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
Raleigh, North Carolina
01.2021 - Current
- Administered medications while monitoring patient responses in a high-pressure hospital setting.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create and execute comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and post-discharge care to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Documented patient assessments and care activities using electronic health records system.
- Advocated for patient needs in multidisciplinary team meetings to facilitate coordinated care planning.
- Identified potential drug interactions and allergies, recommending interventions to ensure patient safety.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Republic Health Resources
Irving, Texas
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes in behavioral health settings.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and coping strategies to enhance understanding and support recovery.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients during treatment.
- Initiated crisis intervention to de-escalate situations and provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining professional boundaries while being empathetic towards their needs.
- Performed psychosocial assessments, including histories and physicals.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Developed discharge plans with follow-up appointments to facilitate continuity of care and support post-treatment success.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment plans.
Wound Care Nurse
Wilson Medical Center
Wilson, North Carolina
02.2016 - 12.2019
- Assessed wound conditions using clinical evaluations and patient history.
- Educated patients and families on wound care procedures and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.
- Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.
- Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
Goldsboro, North Carolina
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Initiated crisis intervention to de-escalate situations, enhancing emotional well-being for individuals in distress.
- Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Performed psychosocial assessments and histories, informing comprehensive treatment strategies.
- Monitored medications for effectiveness and side effects, educating patients and families to promote safe medication use.
Public Health Nurse II
Wilson County Home Health
Wilson, North Carolina
01.2008 - 11.2014
- Provided immunizations and preventive care to improve community health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention strategies and health management techniques.
- Conducted health assessments and screenings for patients in their homes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate patient care services effectively.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare system, facilitating access to necessary resources.
- Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with treatment regimens.
- Planned and coordinated teaching sessions for patients and families, enhancing understanding of health education topics.
New Grad Staff RN
Wilson Medical Center
Wilson, North Carolina
07.2007 - 01.2008
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical settings.
- Administered medications prescribed by physicians and documented all medication administration accurately.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and health data to promptly identify and respond to changes in patient conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of assigned patients.
- Conducted nursing rounds to ensure timely completion of scheduled tasks and engage with patients.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets, and physician instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wilson Community Collage
Wilson, NC05-2007
Skills
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Patient assessment
- Patient monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Healthcare collaboration
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Clinical judgment
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- BLS and ACLS certified
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Daisy Award several times
Timeline
Staff Nurse III
WakeMed Raleigh Campus
01.2021 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Republic Health Resources
12.2019 - 12.2020
Wound Care Nurse
Wilson Medical Center
02.2016 - 12.2019
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
12.2014 - 01.2016
Public Health Nurse II
Wilson County Home Health
01.2008 - 11.2014
New Grad Staff RN
Wilson Medical Center
07.2007 - 01.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wilson Community Collage