Bonnie Priester
HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
Walterboro,SC
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated RN-Certified Wound Specialist skilled in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Successfully implemented wound care strategies that improved patient recovery and satisfaction, while ensuring adherence to established hospital standards.
Work History
RN-Certified Wound Specialist
2 Years 7 Months- Achieved optimal patient outcomes by providing quality wound care and educating families on proper dressing techniques.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate effective care plans that support patient recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and collaborative input from healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
Nursing Supervisor
3 Years 2 Months- Managed nursing team operations to maintain compliance with established hospital standards.
- Analyzed staffing requirements and coordinated schedules to improve workforce efficiency and maintain adequate coverage in essential areas.
RN Case Manager Advanced Wound Care Clinic
11 Years 8 Months- Led outpatient wound care operations by managing daily wound treatments and overseeing case management for a team of physicians.
- Implemented hyperbaric oxygen therapy for patients with challenging medical conditions, leveraging HBO certification.
- Collaborated with surgeons and wound care specialists to strategize and customize patient care plans.
- Oversaw procurement and logistics for DME and streamlined integration with home health services for patient support.
RN Med-Surg
3 Years- Monitored and administered prescribed medications and treatments, prioritizing patient safety and strict adherence to established protocols.
- Conducted continuous assessment of vital signs and relayed significant changes in patient conditions to support timely medical responses.
- Delivered comprehensive guidance on post-discharge care to empower patients and families in health management.
Nurse Technician
2 Years 3 Months- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care, prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Conducted regular assessments of vital signs to ensure timely reporting of changes to registered nurses.
- Executed infection control protocols by keeping patient areas clean and well-organized.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Dean's List 2024-2026
- 3.9 GPA
Associate of Science - Nursing
- Awarded Clinical Excellence Award
Skills
Clinical leadership
HIPAA compliance
Patient education
Clinical judgment
Wound assessment
Pressure ulcer management
Risk identification
Healthcare management
Quality improvement
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Multitasking
Problem-solving
Affiliations
- DESO Committee
- ESSC Committee
- Patient Safety Council
- Clinical Excellence
Certification
- Certified Wound Specialist
- ACLS
- BLS
- Charge Nurse Leadership Certificate
Timeline
RN-Certified Wound Specialist
HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
2024.02 - CurrentRead More
Nursing Supervisor
HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
2023.07 - CurrentRead More
RN Case Manager Advanced Wound Care Clinic
HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
2012.06 - 2024.02Read More
RN Med-Surg
Colleton Medical Center
2009.06 - 2012.06Read More
Nurse Technician
Colleton Medical Center
2007.03 - 2009.06Read More
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Awards
I received The Excellence in Nursing Award in 2025 for Colleton Medical Center. This award is given to nurses who excel in compassionate care and professional mentoring.