Dawanda Owens
Atlanta
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solution
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Emory University Hospital Midtown
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Performed arterial cut-downs, inserted central lines and inserted endotracheal tubes as part of trauma team.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse
Premier Healthcare
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined the next course of action.
- Medicated patients intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while maintaining personalized treatment plans.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored and documented patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored response to treatments while working with healthcare teams to adjust careplans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
RN Supervisor
College Park Healthcare Center
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Ensured patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Communicated with patients regarding medication risks, diets, physician instructions and treatment procedures.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
Wound Care Nurse
Aya Healthcare
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with members of the healthcare team to implement interventions to promote wound healing and prevent skin breakdown.
- Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Of Montgomery
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided all daily living tasks to enhance quality of life for elderly patients.
- Participated in education activities, including an evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician’s orders and treatment plan.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, ensuring interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage.
- Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions.
- Took an active role in the patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to question and concerns.
- Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
- Ensured that all patient clinical notes and updates were legible for primary physicians.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Unit Manager
Woodley Manor
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement.
- Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Managed clinical oversight for 44-bed unit.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Handled any complaints from patients and families and ensured patient care needs were wet.
Wound Care Nurse
Perry County Nursing Home
12.2013 - 02.2015
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Collaborated with members of the healthcare team to implement interventions to promote wound healing and prevent skin breakdown.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
Wound Care Nurse
Golden LivingCenters
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for the admission, transfer and/or discharge of each resident.
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures.
- Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information.
- Processed monthly reports for department performance.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
Registered Nurse
Spire
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Reduced stress among patients and their families by offering clear communication and support throughout treatment process.
Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
12.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Associates of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Troy, AL2011
Skills
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient management
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Foley catheters
- Removing sutures
- At-risk patient care
- Family planning services education
- Physical assessments
- Ear, nose and throat care
- Medication distribution
- Family advocacy
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Lab result interpretation
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Seizure Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- Patient Counseling
- Feeding Assistance
- Personal Care Needs
- Intakes and Discharges
- Patient Education
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Feeding Pumps Understanding
- Team Coordination
- Ear, Nose and Throat Care
- Patient Care Planning
- Physical Assessment
- Removing Sutures
- Long-Term Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Pain Management
- HIPAA Education
Certification
- BLS certified
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital Gwinnett
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Spire
06.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Medical Solution
01.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Emory University Hospital Midtown
05.2019 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Premier Healthcare
01.2019 - 05.2019
RN Supervisor
College Park Healthcare Center
11.2018 - 01.2019
Wound Care Nurse
Aya Healthcare
05.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Of Montgomery
03.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred Healthcare Inc.
02.2016 - 03.2017
Unit Manager
Woodley Manor
02.2015 - 02.2016
Wound Care Nurse
Perry County Nursing Home
12.2013 - 02.2015
Wound Care Nurse
Golden LivingCenters
04.2012 - 12.2013
Associates of Science - Nursing
Troy University
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