Denise Whittemore

House Supervisor at PETALUMA VALLEY HOSPITAL
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Hill City, Idaho, United States, US

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Credentials

  • ECG & Pharmacology
    Amrican Heart Association / Heart Shockers Education
    May, 2014
    - Oct, 2024
  • Public Health Nurse State of California
    California Board of Registered Nursing
    Mar, 2015
    - Oct, 2024
  • Registered Nurse State of California
    California Board Of Registered Nursing
    Jan, 2015
    - Oct, 2024
  • PALS Provider
    Critical Care Training Institute
    Feb, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • ACLS Provider
    Critical Care Training Institute
    Jan, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
    The HealthSource at Kidsake
    Jan, 2020
    - Oct, 2024
  • IV Therapy Certification for Nurses
    Gabriel Education Associates
    Aug, 2013
    - Oct, 2024
  • Registered Nurse State of Montana
    State of Montana Board of Nursing
    Jun, 2015
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • House Supervisor
      • Aug 2021 - Present
    • United States
    • Medical Practices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • House Supervisor
      • Sep 2018 - Aug 2021

      Key source of insight and team leadership in multiple capacities including as Infection Preventionist and House Supervisor; spearhead the infection prevention and control program and launched new initiatives. •Optimize patient outcomes by assisting with evidence-based, high-quality care across multiple disciplines. •Enhance productivity and consistency by streamlining internal communication and providing support. •Align nursing students to thrive in a real-world environment as Nurse… Show more Key source of insight and team leadership in multiple capacities including as Infection Preventionist and House Supervisor; spearhead the infection prevention and control program and launched new initiatives. •Optimize patient outcomes by assisting with evidence-based, high-quality care across multiple disciplines. •Enhance productivity and consistency by streamlining internal communication and providing support. •Align nursing students to thrive in a real-world environment as Nurse Preceptor, instructing on best practices, patient care methods, bedside manner, and case management; display expertise in wound and trach care. •Exhibit proficiency in navigating EMR systems including Harmoni and CPSI. Show less Key source of insight and team leadership in multiple capacities including as Infection Preventionist and House Supervisor; spearhead the infection prevention and control program and launched new initiatives. •Optimize patient outcomes by assisting with evidence-based, high-quality care across multiple disciplines. •Enhance productivity and consistency by streamlining internal communication and providing support. •Align nursing students to thrive in a real-world environment as Nurse… Show more Key source of insight and team leadership in multiple capacities including as Infection Preventionist and House Supervisor; spearhead the infection prevention and control program and launched new initiatives. •Optimize patient outcomes by assisting with evidence-based, high-quality care across multiple disciplines. •Enhance productivity and consistency by streamlining internal communication and providing support. •Align nursing students to thrive in a real-world environment as Nurse Preceptor, instructing on best practices, patient care methods, bedside manner, and case management; display expertise in wound and trach care. •Exhibit proficiency in navigating EMR systems including Harmoni and CPSI. Show less

    • BSN, RN
      • Mar 2016 - Sep 2018

      Cared for a personal caseload of up to 5 post-surgical patients per day, optimizing comfort. •Mitigated severe declines in patient health by closely monitoring vitals, labs, oxygen, and fluids. •Performed a wide range of tasks including inserting IVs and central lines, conducting blood transfusions, overseeing Foley catheter care, care for wounds, and administering medicine on timely schedules. •Identified available staff and their strengths to make informed decisions on case… Show more Cared for a personal caseload of up to 5 post-surgical patients per day, optimizing comfort. •Mitigated severe declines in patient health by closely monitoring vitals, labs, oxygen, and fluids. •Performed a wide range of tasks including inserting IVs and central lines, conducting blood transfusions, overseeing Foley catheter care, care for wounds, and administering medicine on timely schedules. •Identified available staff and their strengths to make informed decisions on case distribution. •Revealed passion for patient advocacy by educating them on conditions, treatments, and drug therapies. Show less Cared for a personal caseload of up to 5 post-surgical patients per day, optimizing comfort. •Mitigated severe declines in patient health by closely monitoring vitals, labs, oxygen, and fluids. •Performed a wide range of tasks including inserting IVs and central lines, conducting blood transfusions, overseeing Foley catheter care, care for wounds, and administering medicine on timely schedules. •Identified available staff and their strengths to make informed decisions on case… Show more Cared for a personal caseload of up to 5 post-surgical patients per day, optimizing comfort. •Mitigated severe declines in patient health by closely monitoring vitals, labs, oxygen, and fluids. •Performed a wide range of tasks including inserting IVs and central lines, conducting blood transfusions, overseeing Foley catheter care, care for wounds, and administering medicine on timely schedules. •Identified available staff and their strengths to make informed decisions on case distribution. •Revealed passion for patient advocacy by educating them on conditions, treatments, and drug therapies. Show less

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • BSN, RN
      • Jun 2015 - Mar 2016

      Enhanced patient outcomes and recovery while managing care for up to 6 patients in the Med/Surg unit. •Closely tracked progress and vitals for telemetry patients and alerted physicians to any alarming changes. •Maintained pristine patient records utilizing EMR systems while upholding HIPAA privacy laws. •Seated as an integral leader in charge of mentoring incoming new nurses on the Med/Surg floor. •Optimized workflows by upholding high levels of efficiency and productivity… Show more Enhanced patient outcomes and recovery while managing care for up to 6 patients in the Med/Surg unit. •Closely tracked progress and vitals for telemetry patients and alerted physicians to any alarming changes. •Maintained pristine patient records utilizing EMR systems while upholding HIPAA privacy laws. •Seated as an integral leader in charge of mentoring incoming new nurses on the Med/Surg floor. •Optimized workflows by upholding high levels of efficiency and productivity, attentively managing caseload. Show less Enhanced patient outcomes and recovery while managing care for up to 6 patients in the Med/Surg unit. •Closely tracked progress and vitals for telemetry patients and alerted physicians to any alarming changes. •Maintained pristine patient records utilizing EMR systems while upholding HIPAA privacy laws. •Seated as an integral leader in charge of mentoring incoming new nurses on the Med/Surg floor. •Optimized workflows by upholding high levels of efficiency and productivity… Show more Enhanced patient outcomes and recovery while managing care for up to 6 patients in the Med/Surg unit. •Closely tracked progress and vitals for telemetry patients and alerted physicians to any alarming changes. •Maintained pristine patient records utilizing EMR systems while upholding HIPAA privacy laws. •Seated as an integral leader in charge of mentoring incoming new nurses on the Med/Surg floor. •Optimized workflows by upholding high levels of efficiency and productivity, attentively managing caseload. Show less

    • United States
    • Medical Practices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Student Nurse Intern
      • Jun 2014 - Nov 2014

      - Provided direct patient care under RN preceptor, including vital signs, assessments, safe medication administration, wound care, peripheral IV starts and removals, Foley catheter management including insertion and removal, and ADL assistance for between 2-4 post op orthopedic surgery patients daily. - Documented vital signs, assessments, hourly rounding, medication administration, lines and drains, I’s and O’s, and wounds. - Communicated with physicians, RN’s, and aids. - Provided direct patient care under RN preceptor, including vital signs, assessments, safe medication administration, wound care, peripheral IV starts and removals, Foley catheter management including insertion and removal, and ADL assistance for between 2-4 post op orthopedic surgery patients daily. - Documented vital signs, assessments, hourly rounding, medication administration, lines and drains, I’s and O’s, and wounds. - Communicated with physicians, RN’s, and aids.

    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Jan 2006 - May 2011

      Automotive Repossession Agency - Assessed condition of vehicles and documented damage. - Removed and inventoried personal property from vehicles. - Managed gated lot, assisting with opening, parking and moving vehicles for transport. - Assisted with vehicle retrieval. - Completed data entry for new assignments, answered phones, filed, and collected money from debtors. - Communicated information to both lenders and debtors. Automotive Repossession Agency - Assessed condition of vehicles and documented damage. - Removed and inventoried personal property from vehicles. - Managed gated lot, assisting with opening, parking and moving vehicles for transport. - Assisted with vehicle retrieval. - Completed data entry for new assignments, answered phones, filed, and collected money from debtors. - Communicated information to both lenders and debtors.

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • JV Girls Basketball Coach
      • Nov 2010 - Feb 2011

      Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. -… Show more Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. - Administered basic first aid when needed. Show less Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. -… Show more Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. - Administered basic first aid when needed. Show less

    • United States
    • Advertising Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • JV Girls Basketball Coach
      • Nov 2005 - Feb 2009

      Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. -… Show more Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. - Administered basic first aid when needed. Show less Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. -… Show more Sports Teams - Planned basketball drills and plays for both practice and games, emphasizing the importance of teamwork. - Taught and demonstrated fundamental basketball skills, athletic conditioning, and team based drills for both offense and defense. - Supervised players during practices, bus rides, and at games. - Directed players during games using critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills. - Assisted Varsity coaches during their games and practices. - Administered basic first aid when needed. Show less

Education

  • Dominican University of California
    BSN, Nursing
    2011 - 2014
  • Sonoma State University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
    2005 - 2007

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