Dhestini Cunningham
Duncan
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective assessments and education, while mentoring new staff. Recognized for implementing evidence-based practices that significantly reduced complications during labor and delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
- Assessed and monitored maternal and fetal health throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Administered medications and IV fluids following established protocols and patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive birth plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes during labor and delivery.
- Assisted in emergencies by executing rapid assessments and interventions as needed.
- Mentored new nursing staff on labor and delivery best practices and hospital policies.
- Increased efficiency in the labor and delivery unit by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and care provided.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by recognizing early signs of distress and promptly initiating appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation to support care plans.
- Learned and adhered to infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members during patient rounds for comprehensive care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly for timely interventions.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed the administration of medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds, and monitored vital signs of up to five patients concurrently with a focus on quality care.
Education
Nursing
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC06-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Telemetry monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 12.2022
Nursing
Bob Jones University
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