DENA HILL

ad3l1i@r.postjobfree.com 806-***-**** Amarillo, TX 79118

Summary

Certified Wound Care nurse with 10 years in wound care, including negative pressure wound therapy and additional expertise in ostomy and fistula care, management and education. I am outstanding in identifying, staging, treating and improving pressure wounds. I have a multitude of experience in management of chronic, surgical or traumatic wounds and communicating with physicians, nurses and the interdisciplinary team in regards to improvement. I assist in bedside debridements and monitor for adverse reactions to treatments chosen for the patient. I am very flexible, great at multi-tasking, good time management skills and good communication skills. I'm a leader that will jump in and learn as much as possible and take on as much as I can. I am a team player, but can work solo as well.

I also have a great amount of experience in long term acute care setting. Assessments, PO/IM/IV administration, monitor for s/s of adverse reactions, monitor for effectiveness of pain medication. I am a strong patient advocate and will do all I can for my patient.

Skills

Complex wound care

Medication and IV administration

IV drug therapy management

Colostomy care familiarity and education

Geriatric treatment knowledge

Acute and rehabilitative care

Multitasking

Fistula management

Staff education

Assessment

Nursing Consultation

Critical Thinking

Team management

Training & development

Experience

OU Health Oklahoma City, OK

Wound and Ostomy Nurse

09/2022 - Current

Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.

Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.

Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.

Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.

Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.

Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.

Provide post-surgery treatment for patients with ostomies.

Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.

Devised treatment and education for patients who have varying types of fistulas

Isolated fistulas while placing Negative Pressure Therapy

Applied fistula pouches and wound managers.

Educated patients on how to live with fistula and signs of possible complications

Assisted in the creation and implementation of a pressure injury prevention plan to reduce hospital wide pressure injuries by 50% within a year.

Kindred Central via Host healthcare San Antonio, TX

Wound Care Nurse/coordinator

06/2022 - 09/2022

Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.

Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.

Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.

Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.

Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.

Oklahoma University via Advantis Oklahoma City, OK

Wound/Ostomy Nurse

06/2021 - 05/2022

Treated patients undergoing bowel surgery and experiencing digestive system wounds.

Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.

Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.

Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.

Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.

Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.

Educated patients, family members and caregivers on condition management.

Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.

Kindred Central via Angel Staffing San Antonio, TX

Crisis Response Nurse

01/2021 - 05/2021

Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.

Vibra Rehabilitation Hospital Of Amarillo Amarillo, TX

Wound Care Coordinator

09/2020 - 01/2021

Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.

Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.

Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.

Managed operations in accordance with budget requirements.

Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.

Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.

Participated in weekly meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents.

Vibra Hospital of Amarillo Amarillo, TX

Wound Care Nurse/Staff Nurse

12/2009 - 01/2021

Cared for patients with various wounds caused by injuries, medical treatments and diseases.

Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented information.

Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds and monitor healing.

Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.

Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.

Classified wounds using staging system based on visual evaluation of affected tissue.

Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out skin care plan.

Treated complex wounds and chronic wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds and trauma-related wounds.

Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.

Viewed electronic health system records to evaluate patient wound care history, other relevant medical information and prescription medications.

Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.

Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.

Managed draining wounds by managing treatments.

Administered medications based on clinical condition and patient age.

Education and Training

Amarillo College Amarillo, Tx

Associate Degree in Nursing in Nursing

05/2008

Certifications

Wound Care Certified-NAWCO 170902968 EXP: 10/20/2027

TX RN 757016 EXP 1/2025

Ostomy Management Certification

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