Danni Dowell
Charlotte
Summary
Dedicated professional skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Advocate Health
Charlotte
10.2009 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for multiple patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop tailored patient care plans.
- Maintained a sterile environment during wound care and other procedures.
- Supported nursing staff by mentoring new hires and sharing best practices.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and communication.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
Charlotte, NC 08.2004 - 05.2009
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Wound care techniques
- G-tube care
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Patient counseling
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient education and counseling
- Mobility assistance
- Seizure management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Documenting vitals
- IV setup
- Patient evaluation
- HIPAA education
- Precepting
- Documentation and charting
- SBAR communication
- Medical assessment
- Feeding assistance
- Strong medical ethic
- Medication distribution
- Mentorship and training
- Leadership skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Infection control protocols
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
Accomplishments
- Daisy award recipient
- Charge nurse role
- Preceptor
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Advocate Health
10.2009 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
08.2004 - 05.2009