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Danielle Conway

Altoona

Summary

Dedicated LPN and ED technician with 17 years of diverse healthcare experience in acute and long-term care environments. Expertise includes the Emergency Department and Surgical Progressive Care Unit, supported by strong office skills that enhance patient care management. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, driving team success through effective time management and quick learning of new competencies. Committed to delivering high-quality customer service while serving as a vital nursing resource for clinical staff, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and organizational growth. Proficient in medication administration, phlebotomy and intravenous access.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

UPMC Altoona
02.2023 - Current

Urgent Care Clinic

Roomed patients - obtained vital signs, medical history, current symptoms

Coordinated with advanced practice providers to determine best plan of care for the patients

Utilized EPIC and other electronic charting applications

Administered medications both PO and IM

Called patients to report test results and future plan of action

Administered vaccinations, performed PPD testing, flushed ears

Pacemaker Tech

UPMC Altoona
08.2022 - 01.2023

Reviewed cardiac tracings and identified abnormalities or concerns.

Coordinated with Cardiologists to Determine best plan of action.

Notified patients of results as well as communicated treatment plans and recommendations from cardiologists.

IV Nurse

UPMC Altoona
03.2019 - 08.2022
  • Admission assessments
  • Insertion of peripheral IVs
  • Lab draws
  • Preop patients for surgery
  • Medication administration

ED technician

UPMC Altoona
01.2014 - 07.2022
  • Assisted RN's and trauma/ ed doctors during traumas, and other pt care procedures needed.
  • Successfully demonstrates IV insertion and phlebotomy technique.
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
  • Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Often commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of patients.

LPN

UPMC Altoona
02.2008 - 01.2014
  • Monitored post-op vitals, reviewed post-op orders and orient patients to unit.
  • Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues.
  • Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through a team nursing process covering 6-8 high acuity patients per shift.
  • Administered Medication, preformed wound treatments and assisted with pt's ADL's

LPN

Garvey Manor
08.2006 - 09.2007
  • Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures, worked as a team player to provide the best care for the residents.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
  • Provided palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
  • Responsible for primary care, care plans and medication management.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, and medications.

Resident Assistant

Outlook Pointe
05.2003 - 12.2004
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Provided excellent patient care including ADL's.
  • Medication administration to 25-35 residents.

Education

Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
Altoona, PA
01.2006

Skills

  • LPN, emergency department technician (9 years)
  • Venipuncture
  • Medication administration
  • Proficient in obtaining intravenous access
  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Immunization administration
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Direct patient care
  • EMR updating
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Care plan development

Certification

  • CPR
  • August 2016

Additional Information

  • Skill Highlights
  • Medication administration Body mechanics knowledge
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge ER experience
  • Computerized charting acute care experience
  • Wound cleaning/care IV insertion and phlebotomy
  • Enthusiastic caregiver

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

UPMC Altoona
02.2023 - Current

Pacemaker Tech

UPMC Altoona
08.2022 - 01.2023

IV Nurse

UPMC Altoona
03.2019 - 08.2022

ED technician

UPMC Altoona
01.2014 - 07.2022

LPN

UPMC Altoona
02.2008 - 01.2014

LPN

Garvey Manor
08.2006 - 09.2007

Resident Assistant

Outlook Pointe
05.2003 - 12.2004

Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
Danielle Conway