Dana Jann
Rockford,IL
Summary
With a proven track record at Mercy Health and UW Swedish American hospitals, excels in delivering culturally-sensitive care and leading nursing staff with compassion and efficiency. Expertise geriatric care and patient advocacy has significantly enhanced patient satisfaction. Adept at fostering recovery and managing complex conditions, ensuring high-quality care and support.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alden Debes Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2024 - Current
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Charge Nurse, Advanced Care Unit
SwedishAmerican Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
RN Hospice Case Manager
Mercy Health at Home & Hospice
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Mercyhealth Formerly RHPH
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
Rockford, IL06-2017
Associate of Arts -
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL12-2015
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership & supervision
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Case management
- Nursing plan development
- Family and patient support & advocacy
- Strong medical ethic & professional bedside manner
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alden Debes Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse, Advanced Care Unit
SwedishAmerican Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2024
RN Hospice Case Manager
Mercy Health at Home & Hospice
01.2019 - 01.2023
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Mercyhealth Formerly RHPH
06.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rockford University
Associate of Arts -
Rock Valley College
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