Chavon Denham
Forest
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 9 years of experience providing high-quality care in diverse medical settings. Skilled in critical thinking, patient assessment, and team collaboration, committed to fostering positive patient experiences and improving healthcare outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center
JACKSON
06.2022 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Responded to medical emergencies with swift action and critical thinking.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Provided direct patient care in various healthcare settings across diverse populations.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and healthcare providers.
- Conducted patient assessments to monitor health status and identify care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records while ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Trend Health & Rehab
Carthage
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data and established standards of practice.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
West Oaks Hospital
Houston
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during treatment.
- Conducted mental health assessments to identify patient needs and risks.
- Educated patients and families on mental health disorders and treatment options.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Monitored cardiac patients' vital signs using telemetry equipment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, Mississippi, MS08-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2016
Skills
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient assessments
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
G.V. Sonny Montgomery VA Medical Center
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
West Oaks Hospital
02.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care
Trend Health & Rehab
05.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare
06.2017 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College