Darlene McCulligh
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Full time RN posting Knowledgeable Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse with 16 years of dialysis nursing experience educates patients on performing dialysis from home and completes ongoing patient care to keep treatment on track. Offers complex or clinical specialty area care for assigned patient population to restore stability, prevent complications and achieve and maintain optimal patient responses through patient-centered and patient-valued care. Routinely coordinates patient training, follow-up care, primary nursing, education and promotion of home treatment modalities to patients and staff.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Health Sciences North
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment planning.
- Cultivated relationships with local community resources to assist patients with ongoing support after discharge from the clinic setting.
- Educated patients on medication management related to their condition, empowering them to take charge of their own health successfully.
- Improved patient satisfaction by building strong rapport and trust through effective communication.
- Coordinated closely with physicians to ensure timely adjustments to treatment plans based on evolving patient conditions.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory standards, maintaining a high standard of care in the dialysis unit.
- Performed thorough assessments of access sites during every visit, upholding strict infection control protocols for patient safety.
Satellite dialysis nurse
Health science north
08.2009 - 07.2018
- I have shown that I can work independently as well as part of a small team to care for the dialysis patients in the community
- Ensured optimal vascular access function by performing regular assessments, troubleshooting complications promptly, and collaborating with vascular access nurse and Nephrologist
- Reduced incidence of medication errors through meticulous administration of medications specific to the needs of dialysis patients.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary care conferences, providing valuable nursing perspectives on patient needs and treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience.
- Mentored new nurses entering the field of hemodialysis nursing, sharing expertise and knowledge to enhance their competency levels.
Staff Nurse
Manitoulin health center
11.2007 - 09.2010
- Worked in small town hospital with small emergency department and labor and delivery suite, worked in all three areas
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Staff Nurse
Espanola General Hospital
06.1998 - 01.2009
- Worked in both emergency and acute care department while an employee at this hospital obtained Canadian Nurses Association Certification in Emergency Nursing and accomplishment for which am most proud
Education
LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY
Nursing
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, ON06.1998
Skills
Educate staff and patients on safe peritoneal dialysis treatments Attend patient home semi-annually, ensure patient has up to date annual testing and monthly monthly as well as monitoring these test
- Glucose Monitoring
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access Management
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- HIPAA Compliance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Health Sciences North
06.2019 - Current
Satellite dialysis nurse
Health science north
08.2009 - 07.2018
Staff Nurse
Manitoulin health center
11.2007 - 09.2010
Staff Nurse
Espanola General Hospital
06.1998 - 01.2009
LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY
Nursing
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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