DAYNA LETCHER
South Bend,IN
Summary
Healthcare professional with expertise in patient intake, care planning, and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated ability to streamline admission processes and address patient needs promptly. Recognized for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving healthcare environments, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and empathy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Admissions Registered Nurse - Home Health
Elara Caring
11.2024 - Current
- Evaluating patients: Assessed over 100 patient's medical history, physical status, and functional needs to determine if home health is the right fit
- Provided support to family members during the admission process, addressing concerns answering questions as needed and obtaining informed consent from patients
- Setting up patients for home health: Ensuring patients have the necessary medication and equipment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and addressing potential complications early on.
- Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressing changes and administering medications at appropriate intervals.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Clinical Liaison / Admissions Registered Nurse
Heart to Heart Hospice
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Facilitated collaboration among healthcare providers through regular interdisciplinary meetings, fostering a team approach to patient care.
- Managed pain effectively by closely monitoring symptoms and adjusting medications accordingly.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding medical treatment options, respecting cultural beliefs and values throughout the decision-making process.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Enhanced family understanding of the hospice process through clear communication and education.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' conditions to determine appropriate care plan interventions.
- Ensured compliance with all healthcare laws, regulations, and ethical standards, upholding highest level of professional integrity.
Registered Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
- Established strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing during treatment sessions.
- Assisted in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
- Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate records of each patient''s medical history, lab results, and treatment progress.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for 12 patients per shift in outpatient clinic, providing direct care, delegating assignments and supervising team members.
Registered Nurse
Azura Vascular Care
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Treat and care for patients after minor, noninvasive procedures under moderate sedation by monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and cleaning surgical areas.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, families, and other staff members.
Registered Nurse - ICU
Spectrum Health Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings and identifying irregular telemetry readings.
- Collected blood and other specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented medication, IV, blood administration and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
09.2014 - 12.2021
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use and performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
- Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring tests.
- Cleaned and cannulated fistulas, grafts and provided catheter care to prevent infection.
EMT - Basic
PROMT Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
South Bend, IN05-2022
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- High Level of Autonomy
- Exceptional Time Management
- Team-Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Skilled Problem Solving
- Physical Endurance
- Infection Control Measures
- Intake and Discharge
- Medication and IV Administration
- Care coordination
- OASIS
- HomeCare HomeBase
- Cerner
- EPIC
Certification
- Registered Nurse - License # 28276491A
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Admissions Registered Nurse - Home Health
Elara Caring
11.2024 - Current
Clinical Liaison / Admissions Registered Nurse
Heart to Heart Hospice
06.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse
Azura Vascular Care
10.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Davita Kidney Care
11.2022 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse - ICU
Spectrum Health Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician - Preceptor
Fresenius Medical Care
09.2014 - 12.2021
EMT - Basic
PROMT Ambulance Service
08.2013 - 06.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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