CANDACE DONALDSON
Bonifay,USA
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated, and knowledgeable family nurse practitioner. Dynamic leader focused on team coordination to provide exceptional patient and family support, and maintain a highly productive, efficient, and quality-driven environment. Well-trained and experienced in a patient-centered approach, personalized treatment plans, commitment to providing effective and safe care, infection control, critical thinking, leadership, communication, flexibility, and attention to detail. Proficient in utilizing CPSI, Athena, Greenway, and eClinical Works. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
APRN, FNP-C
Northwest Florida Community Hospital -Graceville Clinic
12.2019 - Current
- Provide comprehensive and efficient care to patients in an urgent care setting
- Perform thorough assessments, including physical examinations and medical history reviews, to accurately diagnose and treat patients
- Administer medications, treatments, and vaccinations according to established protocols
- Manage acute illnesses and injuries such as fractures, lacerations, infections, respiratory conditions, and allergic reactions
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for patients
- Order diagnostic tests such as X-rays, laboratory tests, and EKGs to aid in diagnosis
- Interpret test results and communicated findings to patients while providing appropriate education on their condition or treatment plan
- Perform minor surgical procedures including wound suturing/closure and abscess drainage under local anesthesia
- Provide patient education on preventive measures for various health conditions such as diabetes management or injury prevention
- Respond promptly to emergency situations within the urgent care facility by initiating appropriate interventions until further assistance arrived
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient encounters including assessment findings, diagnoses made, treatments provided, medications prescribed/administered etc
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards related to patient care delivery in an urgent care setting (e.g., HIPAA)
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, and support staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the delivery of healthcare services within the urgent care facility
- Develop strong rapport with patients through effective communication skills, Active listening, and empathy
APRN, FNP-C
Spine and Neuro Pain Specialists
Panama City, FL
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Evaluated diagnostic test results to aid in treatment planning decisions.
- Conducted patient follow-up visits to assess treatment efficacy and patient progress.
- Initiated and facilitated patient pain management education.
- Provided leadership and guidance to nursing staff on pain management protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive pain management strategies.
- Implemented non-pharmacologic pain management techniques for holistic patient care.
- Supported patients in navigating insurance coverage and financial resources for treatments
- Evaluated patient outcomes and adjusted treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance pain management practices.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during procedures and treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans.
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems for accurate documentation and reporting
Registered Nurse
DOCTORS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Bonifay, FL
05.2014 - 08.2019
- Provide direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric populations in a 4 bed Operating Room
- Collaborate with General Surgeon and Family Practice doctors to help ensure all psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care are accurately and effectively addressed
- Communicate with surgeon and anesthesia staff continuously about patient condition to help maintain patient safety and eliminate risk of complications during procedures
- Assess the Operating Room for maintenance of equipment and obtain supplies for individual cases, ensuring all needs of the surgical team and safety standards are appropriately met
- Monitor, position, and assist patients during surgical procedures to help ensure safety and sterility
- Prep patients prior to surgery, including patient education, and obtain detailed health history along with current medications to provide physicians/surgeons with comprehensive information
- Follow through with all lab work, CXR, and scans when applicable to assist with patient discharge and patient recovery directives
- Prepare the operating room for surgery through setting up instruments/equipment and maintaining a sterile environment to help decrease infection rates
- Assist surgeon with various surgical cases-holding retractors, suctioning, suturing, sponging
Registered Nurse, BSN, Adjunct Nursing Skills Lab Instructor
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
Marianna, FL
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Create a learning environment for over 40 students each semester that enhances the student’s ability to use conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills
- Prepare skills lab demonstrations and simulate learning activities in coordination with director to help ensure student participation and experience full simulation
- Provide resources, instruction, hands-on demonstrations, and debriefing for mastery of psychomotor and clinical reasoning skills
- Teach fundamental skills and strategies to increase the student’s ability to meet clinical skill requirements and advance knowledge/assessment
- Evaluate and provide feedback on student assessments and work with students one on one to determine competency in coordination with faculty and answer all student questions
- Assist in implementing clinically based scenarios for simulation
Registered Nurse
NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Chipley, FL
08.2009 - 10.2017
- Assisted in developing departmental goals/objectives, standards of performance, and policies and procedures to help improve patient satisfaction
- Trained/precepted approximately 2+ new employees annually to guarantee compliance with organizational and governmental standards
- Assisted with scheduling over 8 patients daily and coordinating with various practitioners to ensure correct diagnosis/indication for procedure and completed in timely manner
- Advocated for patients during surgery to improve patient outcomes
- Prepared patients for surgery, transporting them to help ensure safety and provide quality care
- Communicated and collaborated with various staff including physicians, lab, radiology, floor nurses, working to improve customer satisfaction rates
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner
SOUTH UNIVERSITY
Savannah, GA03.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
Marianna, FL08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
Marianna, FL08-2007
Skills
- Corticosteroid joint injections
- Intramuscular injections
- Employee relations
- Organizational skills
- Flexibility
- Observation and monitoring
- Leadership effectiveness
- Positive attitude
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Diagnostic testing
- Electronic health records
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Adaptability
- Cost efficiency
- Quality improvement
- Pain management
- Surgical assistance
- Clinical documentation
- Healthcare compliance
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Friendly, positive attitude
Credentials
- MSN
- APRN
- FNP-C
Licensures And Certifications
- Florida Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, #11002881, 04/01/27
- Florida Licensed Registered Nurse, RN9269961, 04/01/27
- AANP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, #F06190218, 06/01/29
Timeline
APRN, FNP-C
Northwest Florida Community Hospital -Graceville Clinic
12.2019 - Current
APRN, FNP-C
Spine and Neuro Pain Specialists
09.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, BSN, Adjunct Nursing Skills Lab Instructor
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
08.2017 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
DOCTORS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
05.2014 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
NORTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
08.2009 - 10.2017
Master of Science in Nursing - Specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner
SOUTH UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
Associate of Science - Nursing
CHIPOLA COLLEGE
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