Denise DeLuca

Dedicated RN with 16 years experience on Med-Surg Telemetry Unit, seeking a challenging position on Med-Telemetry Unit or outpatient Infusion Clinic. Proven record of reliability and responsibility. Excellent communication skills.

Remains calm and professional while providing safe patient care during critical patient events. Strong analytical skills, able to assess patient conditions and implement appropriate nursing interventions. Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider through ONS.

Chemo provider > 12 years at Marin Healthcare Center. Have worked closely with Marin Cancer Care MD's.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Clinical RN II - Marin General Hospital - Greenbrae, CA 94904

(2007-09)

• Chronic patient care in med-surf/telemetry unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care monitoring for five patients per shift.
• Self-directed with astute judgement skills. High level personal accountability.
• Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
• Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
• Closely monitored acute conditions.
• Ensured HIPPA compliance.
• Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
• Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinsons', Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

Certified Nurse Assistant - Marin General Hospital - Greenbrae, CA 94904

(2006-12 - 2007-09)

• Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
• Followed infection control procedures.
• Assist patients with daily functions.
• Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
• Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
• Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

Associate of Science - Nursing - College of Marin (2007) Kentfield, CA

Bachelor of Arts - Design/Art History - Humboldt State University (1989) Arcata, CA