Daniell Blanks
Hermitage
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in surgical environments with a history of emergency care. Proven ability to implement safety protocols and coordinate patient care effectively. Committed to fostering teamwork and enhancing patient safety during operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC Horizon
Farrell, PA
11.2017 - Current
- Implements safety protocols that enhance patient care quality and efficiency.
- Utilize sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Implements time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Coordinates with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Prepare equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Adapts quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Assists physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Promotes a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Assists in the orientation and training of new nursing staff.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
Nashville, TN
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to determine necessary treatments and interventions.
- Noted and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Assessed and coordinated discharge planning needs with patient, family, and members of the healthcare team.
- Assessed the physical and psychological status of patients, provided interventions/treatments and evaluated effectiveness of care to achieve desired patient outcomes.
- Evaluated learning needs of patient and family and provided age-specific and culturally appropriate education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12-2014
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team coordination
- Medication Administration
- Compassion and empathy
- Infection control measures
- Surgical instrumentation
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNOR
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UPMC Horizon
11.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Middle Tennessee State University