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Denesha Whitley

McMinnville

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with entry level ICU experience at Vanderbilt Medical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Skilled in telemetry monitoring and advanced cardiac life support, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and a commitment to compassionate care.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, ICU

Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
  • Assisted with patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical histories accurately.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment options and post-discharge instructions.

CNA

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2019 - 07.2025
  • Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Trained and mentored new CNA staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.

Care Partner

Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2009 - 01.2019

Assisted with direct patient care in postpartum unit, obtaining vital signs, activities of daily living, and collection of lab specimen/phlebotomy.

Assisted RN with Foley catheter insertion, ensuring sterility and proper placement.

Assisted with patient transport upon discharge

Preceptor for new care partners and orientation to unit

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cumberland University
Lebanon, Tennessee, TN
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
12.2018

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient assessments
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Ventilator management
  • End-of-life care
  • Family support
  • Patient assessment
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Task and work prioritization
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Problem-solving
  • Electronic charting
  • Endotracheal intubations
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Patient advocacy
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Decision-making
  • Documentation and reporting

Affiliations

Sigma Theta Tau

TN Nursing Association

Certification

ACLS

PALS

BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, ICU

Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2025 - Current

CNA

Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2019 - 07.2025

Care Partner

Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2009 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cumberland University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Middle Tennessee State University
Denesha Whitley