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Ayla Dunn

McKinney,TX

Summary

Compassionate Field Nurse with proven skills in patient assessments and skilled treatment and medication administration. Adept at maintaining a helpful and sympathetic attitude toward patients. Proficient in performing direct patient care, communication with medical professionals and families. Offering 13 years of experience and expertise in Home Health services and patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Nurse

Abundant Home Health Care
Arlington, TX
11.2021 - Current

• Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.

• Established realistic, measurable and observable goals consistent with patients' diagnosis.

• Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.

• Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.

• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

• Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.

Field Nurse

Americare Home Health Services
Dallas, Texas
03.2012 - Current
  • Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
  • Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
  • Established realistic, measurable and observable goals consistent with patients' diagnosis.
  • Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
  • Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Field Nurse

Careworks Home Health
Dallas, Texas
02.2011 - Current
  • Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
  • Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
  • Established realistic, measurable and observable goals consistent with patients' diagnosis.
  • Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
  • Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Field Nurse

Texan Plus Hospice Services
Dallas , Texas
08.2017 - 12.2022
  • Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
  • Managed activities from clinic initiation to termination.
  • Administered effective nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent and disabled patients.
  • Observed confidentiality safeguards for all patient-related information.
  • Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging disease progression process.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

Alternate Administrator

Amity Home Health Care
Dallas, Texas
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
  • Devised and implemented improvements to reporting procedures.
  • Managed bi-weekly payroll employees, as well as insurance matters, workman's compensation and compliance reporting.
  • Aided colleagues, managers and customers through regular communication and assistance.
  • Confirmed accurate completion of forms and reports for admission, transfer or discharge of each program participant.
  • Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings, parties and events.
  • Developed revisions for systems and procedures by evaluating operational practices and identifying improvement opportunities.
  • Assisted executive leaders in decision-making procedures by creating daily reports to advise leaders on corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Collected, validated and distributed information to employees.
  • Conducted in-depth troubleshooting of program problems and employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Maximized branding outreach by facilitating marketing initiatives.
  • Reduced recordkeeping errors by precisely handling financial transactions, journal entries and accounts payable and receivable activities.
  • Networked with industry professionals to foster partnerships and identify new and improved solutions.

Clinical Liason

Amity Home Health Care
Dallas, Texas
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
  • Devised and implemented improvements to reporting procedures.
  • Managed bi-weekly payroll employees, as well as insurance matters, workman's compensation and compliance reporting.
  • Aided colleagues, managers and customers through regular communication and assistance.
  • Confirmed accurate completion of forms and reports for admission, transfer or discharge of each program participant.
  • Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings, parties and events.
  • Developed revisions for systems and procedures by evaluating operational practices and identifying improvement opportunities.
  • Assisted executive leaders in decision-making procedures by creating daily reports to advise leaders on corrective actions and process improvements.
  • Collected, validated and distributed information to employees.
  • Conducted in-depth troubleshooting of program problems and employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Maximized branding outreach by facilitating marketing initiatives.
  • Reduced recordkeeping errors by precisely handling financial transactions, journal entries and accounts payable and receivable activities.
  • Networked with industry professionals to foster partnerships and identify new and improved solutions.

Pediatric Home Care Nurse

Epic Health Care Services
Dallas, Texas
07.2011 - 11.2012
  • Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs.
  • Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
  • Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.
  • Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.
  • Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Memory Care Director

Villa Asuncion
Princeton, Texas
05.2011 - 08.2011
  • Coached and trained newly hired employees to promote knowledge of responsibilities and position requirements.
  • Conducted tours of facility to prospective residents and families.
  • Communicated effectively with family members on regular basis regarding care, issues and overall health of loved ones.
  • Monitored daily delivery of quality services, which promoted high level of satisfaction among families and residents.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
  • Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
  • Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
  • Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Dallas Nursing Institute
Dallas, TX
01.2011

Skills

  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Attention to Detail
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Coordination
  • Diet and Nutrition

Timeline

Field Nurse

Abundant Home Health Care
11.2021 - Current

Field Nurse

Texan Plus Hospice Services
08.2017 - 12.2022

Alternate Administrator

Amity Home Health Care
08.2016 - 12.2016

Clinical Liason

Amity Home Health Care
08.2015 - 08.2016

Field Nurse

Americare Home Health Services
03.2012 - Current

Pediatric Home Care Nurse

Epic Health Care Services
07.2011 - 11.2012

Memory Care Director

Villa Asuncion
05.2011 - 08.2011

Field Nurse

Careworks Home Health
02.2011 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse -

Dallas Nursing Institute
Ayla Dunn