Vicki Dehaven
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Resourceful RN with 26 years of experience caring for patients and working closely with other healthcare staff. Well-rounded individual skillful in providing emotional support to patients and families, performing various diagnostic tests and administering medication. In-depth knowledge of emergency care and nursing care techniques and methods.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Methodist Healthcare
New Braunfels, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through proper infection control protocols.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to emergency services.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Coordinated transfers of critically ill patients from the Emergency Department to higher level facilities.
- Conducted triage assessments of incoming patients to prioritize care needs.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions to determine necessary interventions.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations or central line insertions.
- Documented medical histories, physical exams, test results, diagnoses, treatments, and progress notes in electronic health records.
RN, Emergency Department
LONE STAR 24HR ER
New Braunfels, TX
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to emergency services.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through proper infection control protocols.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Documented medical histories, physical exams, test results, diagnoses, treatments, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality patient care standards.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
RN, Emergency Department
Department of Defense BAMC
San Antonio, TX
02.2012 - 04.2021
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures related to emergency services.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Conducted triage assessments of incoming patients to prioritize care needs.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions to determine necessary interventions.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations or central line insertions.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members of critically ill patients.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality patient care standards.
- Documented medical histories, physical exams, test results, diagnoses, treatments, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, TX
05.1998 - 02.2012
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through proper infection control protocols.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions to determine necessary interventions.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
NURSING
UT HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
San Antonio, TX05-1998
Skills
- IV Insertion
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Emergency Care
- Seizure Management
- Patient Stabilization
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Care
- Airway Management
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
Certification
- acls
- pals
- bls
- tncc
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Methodist Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
LONE STAR 24HR ER
12.2019 - 08.2022
RN, Emergency Department
Department of Defense BAMC
02.2012 - 04.2021
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
05.1998 - 02.2012
NURSING
UT HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
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