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Donald Sutton

San Diego

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with over 5 years of experience in emergency nursing, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Charge nurse who is proven to remain calm under pressure, and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Dedicated to fostering strong connections with patients and families by employing empathetic communication, respectful interactions, and outstanding customer service.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

University of California, San Diego
San Diego
11.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Corewell Health
Farmington Hills
07.2019 - 09.2025

Collaborated with physicians to assess patients and deliver timely treatment amid changing conditions.

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes while monitoring patient responses.

  • Delegated tasks to team members, promoting an effective and efficient work environment.
  • Trained new nurses on care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Patient Safety Sitter

Sparrow Health
Lansing
03.2015 - 06.2019
  • Maintained environment prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
  • Delivered compassionate care in hospital setting to enhance patient experience.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to improve patient safety and quality of care.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patients to facilitate activities of daily living.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
05.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Applied Sciences, Nursing

Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
12.2014

Skills

  • Ultrasound guided peripheral intravenous catheter insertion
  • Positive work place relationships
  • Written communication
  • Verbal communication
  • Invasive procedures
  • Indwell urinary catheters
  • Intermittent urinary catheters
  • Nasogastric tubes
  • Peripheral IVs
  • Prioritizing Patients
  • Monitoring Vital Signs

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 08/2023
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 06/2023
  • Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), Emergency Nursing Association, 11/2021
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Emergency Nursing Association, 01/2024

Accomplishments

Daisy Award, Daisy Foundation, 10/2021, Awarded to recognize nurses who demonstrate compassionate and skillful care to patients and their families.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

University of California, San Diego
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Corewell Health
07.2019 - 09.2025

Patient Safety Sitter

Sparrow Health
03.2015 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oakland University

Associate of Applied Science - Applied Sciences, Nursing

Lansing Community College

Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies

Michigan State University
Donald Sutton