Candace Davis
Las Cruces
Summary
Dynamic Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Ben Archer Health Center, excelling in acute care management and patient education. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and enhance interdisciplinary collaboration, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Skilled in electronic medical records and committed to fostering a culture of safety and quality in healthcare delivery.
Healthcare professional prepared for role with foundation in delivering family-centered care and managing diverse patient population. Proven ability to enhance patient care by collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Valued for diagnostic acumen, patient education, and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Ben Archer Health Center
09.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments and developed individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline service delivery processes.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures, promoting wellness and disease management strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient encounters accurately and efficiently.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient safety and quality of care standards.
- Managed team of medical support personnel and collaborated with internal departments to resolve issues and improve services.
- Facilitated ongoing assessment of patient and family needs and implemented interdisciplinary team care plan.
- Discussed preventive measures to improve health and avert further medical issues.
- Conducted monthly patient case conferences and staff meetings to educate staff and facilitate good communication.
Registered Nurse
Mountain View Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - 08.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and medication administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for patient management and safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Advocated for patient needs by effectively communicating with families and healthcare providers.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Clinical Instructor
Dona Ana Community College
08.2010 - 08.2012
- Developed and implemented clinical curriculum for nursing students, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions, improving student proficiency in patient care techniques.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering professional development and teaching effectiveness.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, ensuring adherence to accreditation standards.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2005
Skills
- Acute care management
- Health promotion
- Geriatric care
- Preventative care
- Chronic disease management
- Interdisciplinary care
- Performing immunizations
- Clinical decision making
- Managing chronic concerns
- Age-appropriate vaccinations
- Dermatology
- Advanced health assessment
- Patient education
- Patient communication
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Physical assessments
- Electronic medical records
- HIPAA guidelines
- Staff training
- Medical histories
- Treatment plan development
- Medical charting
- Clinical care standards
Timeline
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Ben Archer Health Center
09.2021 - Current
Clinical Instructor
Dona Ana Community College
08.2010 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse
Mountain View Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Mexico State University