Camella Lawan
LAWRENCEVILLE,GA
Summary
Dedicated patient-oriented RN, BSN brings 17-years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments in healthcare. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge in med-surg, home health care, long term and acute rehabilitation. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care.
Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
AccentCare
07.2023 - Current
- Provide physical assessments, medication reconciliation, wound care, education on disease process, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Work daily with a multidisciplinary team to develop effective treatment strategies for different chronic and acute illnesses of the client.
- Monitor vital signs, develop and implement care plans, and address individual home care needs, providing emotional support and nurturing care, to clients and families to enhance their well-being.
RN Staff Nurse
AYA Agency
06.2022 - Current
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound care, vital sign monitoring, medication administration, admission, discharges, and patient education.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement, and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
RN Staff Nurse
Mindlance Health Staffing Agency
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked on travel assignment at Piedmont Henry Hospital on Med Surg/Tele Unit and other units including Orthopedic, Neuro, Mother and Baby, and General Medicine.
- Duties included managing elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units. Medication administration, wound care, vital signs, and Peritoneal Dialysis.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executed care based on each patient's relative condition, and delegated tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
Director of Nursing
Mesun Health and Rehab
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve the standard of care for patients.
Director of Nursing
Westminster Commons
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Performed nursing care services and delivered resident care services in compliance with Corporate policies and State Federal Regulations
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring, and orientation of new nursing staff cutting down turnover by 90%
- Oversaw daily clinical operations of the facility and ensured staff was well-trained continuously in new trends in healthcare
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide a safe environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
RN DON/ADON/SDC/Restorative Nurse
Nursecare Of Buckhead
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Worked as RN/ADON/SDC in managing a 220-bed skilled nursing facility and over 150 employees
- Participated in State Survey process, oversaw the clinical daily operations of the facility, and managed team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Championed facility Restorative program with 95% successful rate
- Established and monitored infection control programs which kept infection rate below 5%
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching, and team management model, that resulted in employee promotions and career advancements.
RN Staff Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed various nursing interventions such as physical assessment, wound care, vital sign monitoring, specimen collection, and medication administration.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executed care based on each patient's relative condition, and delegated tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
RN, Staff Development Coordinator
Northridge Health & Rehab Commerce Georgia
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Undertook the position of Restorative nurse and oversaw the restorative aides including their schedules. Initiate the restorative program after patients have been discharged from therapy, monitor their progress, and complete all the assessments and quarterly notes. Filled in as Resident Care Coordinator whenever needed.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Created and delivered various professional development and training programs for new and existing employees and conducted reviews of their performance to identify areas of improvement.
LPN
Life Care Center
05.2008 - 03.2014
- Provided immediate assistance during routine and emergency paging situations. Also, assigned work and scheduled staff members. Performed medication administration, admissions, discharges, and patient education.
- As evening supervisor, responsible for supervising all staff ensuring patient task was completed, setting up orientation, and conducting interviews. Completed end-of-month audits and MAR/TAR procedures.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
Home Health Nurse
Family Private Care
02.2007 - 02.2010
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and educated patients and families on disease process and management, medications, and treatments
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
LPN
Northeast Atlanta Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2006 - 08.2007
- Provided patient care, admissions, transfers, discharges, and documentation of accurate and complete information to address patient's issues and predicted outcomes.
- Responsible for primary care, medication administration, treatment, checking vital signs, blood glucose testing and insulin administration, starting I. V’s, and accurately documenting all elements of nursing assessments, admissions, and discharge instructions.
- Worked and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to plan and implement effective interventions to address patients' needs.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Iinformatics
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH08.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing, RN
Hosanna College of Health
Miramar, FL04.2017
Associate of Arts Degree -
Santa Fe Community College
Gainesville, FL05.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
Training School F Assistant Nurses And Midwives
Bamenda, Cameroon08.1999
Skills
- Critical thinking, patient advocacy, and problem-solving
- Infection Control
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Medication Administration including IV, IM, and SQ injections
- Physical assessments, admissions, discharges, and patient education
- Geriatric knowledge and patient advocacy
- Home Health/Hospice Care
- Time management and culturally sensitive
- Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
- Software uses Epic, Point Click Care, and Cerna
- Time management, stamina, and staff supervision
- Hospital knowledge in med-surg and other areas
Certification
Foundations of Leadership Certificate issued by The National Society of Leadership and Success
Orientation and Leadership Training Certification issued by The National Society of Leadership and Success
Basics of I.V. Therapy Certification
BLS/ACLS
Nursing Home Infection Prevention Certification (NIHSS)
Affiliations
The National Society for Leadership and Success 2023
Phi Theta Kappa 2002
Timeline
RN Case Manager
AccentCare
07.2023 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
AYA Agency
06.2022 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Mindlance Health Staffing Agency
02.2022 - 06.2022
Director of Nursing
Mesun Health and Rehab
06.2021 - 01.2022
Director of Nursing
Westminster Commons
08.2019 - 05.2021
RN Staff Nurse
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Of Atlanta
01.2019 - 05.2020
RN DON/ADON/SDC/Restorative Nurse
Nursecare Of Buckhead
01.2018 - 07.2020
RN, Staff Development Coordinator
Northridge Health & Rehab Commerce Georgia
08.2014 - 12.2017
LPN
Life Care Center
05.2008 - 03.2014
Home Health Nurse
Family Private Care
02.2007 - 02.2010
LPN
Northeast Atlanta Health and Rehabilitation Center
10.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Nursing Iinformatics
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Nursing, RN
Hosanna College of Health
Associate of Arts Degree -
Santa Fe Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Training School F Assistant Nurses And Midwives
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