William Dannhauer
Pickerington,OH
Summary
Accomplished Staff Nurse with a proven track record at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through expert medication and IV administration, and exceptional patient education. Skilled in fostering trust with patients, mentoring staff, and driving process improvements. Demonstrated leadership as a Charge Nurse.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
10.2017 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Grant Medical Center
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
- Established strong rapport with patients undergoing invasive procedures, alleviating anxiety levels before commencing treatments.
- Meticulously maintained endoscopic equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations, ensuring optimal performance during procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending industry conferences and workshops related to endoscopy nursing practices.
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
06.2009 - 03.2015
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Grant Medical Center
03.2007 - 06.2009
- Administered blood products safely following established transfusion protocols while closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Provided wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Recognized and reported changes in patients'' conditions promptly, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care during hospitalization and discharge planning.
- Established rapport with patients and families through effective communication and active listening skills, fostering trust and mutual respect during the healing process.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, empathetic, and professional nursing care tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Charge Nurse for a 56 bed unit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH10.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.1997
Skills
- Emergency Care
- Patient Safety
- Patient Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Emergency Procedures
- Intravenous therapy
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIH
Charge Nurse
Preceptor
Ultrasound Guided IV Access Trained since 2011
Timeline
Staff Nurse
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
10.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Grant Medical Center
03.2015 - 09.2017
Staff Nurse
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
06.2009 - 03.2015
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Grant Medical Center
03.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Ohio State University
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