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Diana Christmus

Antioch

Summary

Experienced nursing professional skilled in direct patient care, wound management, and medication protocols. Proven ability to assess complex patient needs and deliver compassionate care in fast-paced environments, driving positive patient outcomes. Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in IV placement, medication administration, and patient assessment. Committed to providing empathetic care in acute settings while ensuring effective communication and critical thinking. Dynamic Registered Nurse with a strong background in acute care and patient education. Known for effective communication and leadership as a charge nurse, committed to improving patient experiences and outcomes through empathetic support. Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse

Vanderbilt Medical Center
1211 Medical Center Drive
07.2024 - Current
  • Placing ultrasound guided IV's for intravenous access. For the administration of medications and drawing blood, to also receive blood and blood products. working closely with the patient. Showing empathy, compassion, and respect for patients' privacy. Being a charge nurse on a med-surg unit and also in the emergency room. Being a floor nurse as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Being made able to give medications and to recognize medication reactions. knowledgeable with placing wound vac's,and performing wound care. experienced in trach care, blood and blood product administrations. Knowing how to handle certain disease processes. For example: myocardial infarctions, strokes, mental health concerns, diabetes type 1 and 2. Ortho tractions, experienced in dialysis, both hemo and peritoneal. Placing portacaths. Knowledgeable in blood disorders, as well as liver failure.

Licensed Practical Nurse

General Hospital
Nashville
03.2002 - 05.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed by physicians and nursing staff.
  • Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs throughout shifts.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Ensured a safe and clean environment by following infection control procedures.
  • Trained new staff on protocols, procedures, and patient care standards.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madison Health And Rehab
Madison
04.1999 - 06.2002
  • Assisted patients with daily activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety in patient living areas.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
05-2014

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Tennessee Technology Center in Nashville
Nashville, TN
12-2001

Certified Nurse Technician - Patient Care

Tennessee Technology Center Nashville
Nashville, TN
05-1996

Skills

  • IV placement
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic health records
  • Infection control
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Rehabilitation support
  • Direct patient care
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Acute care expertise
  • Documentation and charting
  • Case management
  • ER experience
  • IV and venipuncture certified
  • Cardiac care
  • Infectious disease control
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Staff supervision
  • Seizure management
  • Documenting vitals
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Infection control measures
  • Trauma recovery
  • Patient monitoring
  • Palliative and pain management
  • Critical care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Psychiatric and mental health care
  • Strong medical ethic

Certification

Basic life support (BLS) May 2024 Nashville General Hospital

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

General Hospital
03.2002 - 05.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madison Health And Rehab
04.1999 - 06.2002

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Tennessee State University

Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing

Tennessee Technology Center in Nashville

Certified Nurse Technician - Patient Care

Tennessee Technology Center Nashville
Diana Christmus