Hi, I’m
Dawn A. Mace
Savannah,GA
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Mohandas Gandhi
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 11 years in primary care, acute care, wellness exams, women's health, and chronic disease management. Proficient in analyzing patient histories and test results for diagnosis and prescribing treatments. Dedicated to patient education and promoting sustainable wellness habits for pain and illness prevention.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Southcoast Health
Family Nurse Practitioner
05.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Performed procedures such as joint injections, incision and drainage.
- Performed women's health exams. Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Preceptor for 21 NP students from South University, Simmons College, Georgia Southern University, Auburn, and University of Alabama.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
- Nurse leader for staff in outpatient setting providing guidance, motivation and enhancing of their skills to exceed in their careers.
SouthCoast Health
Staff Nurse
01.2014 - 09.2015
UHS-Pruitt Corporation
Clinical Nurse Liaison
01.2013 - 12.2013
Juliette Gordon Low Elementary School
School Health Nurse
08.2010 - 12.2012
SouthCoast Health
Staff Nurse
04.2008 - 08.2010
Fayetteville Veterans Administration Hospital
Staff Nurse
08.2005 - 08.2007
Mercy Medical Center
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
08.2003 - 02.2004
Fresenius Medical Care
Staff Nurse
01.2002 - 01.2003
Army
Community Health Nurse/ Preventive Medicine Officer
01.2000 - 01.2002
Army
Staff Nurse
12.1997 - 02.2000
Army
Army Nurse
04.1999 - 10.1999
Education
SIMMONS COLLEGEBOSTON, MA
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner Program, with Honors
01.2015
SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITYSLIPPERY ROCK, PA
Post Baccalaureate Studies from Community Health Nursing, Dean's List
01.2007
UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTONSCRANTON, PA
Bachelor of Science from Nursing, Dean's List
01.1997
Skills
- Performing physical health assessments
- Proficient in electronic health records
- Pharmaceutical prescribing
- Compassionate patient interactions
- Healthcare management
- Laboratory/ diagnostic testing and evaluation
- Patient and family education
- Proactive health management
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure, Georgia, 01/01/17
- Certification, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Board Certified, 08/12/15, pending through State of Georgia
- Basic Cardiac Life Support, 03/01/16
Affiliations
- Georgia Nurses Association, 2007
- Long Term Care Nurses Association, 2013
Military Awards
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
- Army Achievement Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- Joint Meritorious Unit Award
- National Defense Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
Research
Barriers to Smoking Cessation in Military Personnel, MacDonald, M., Mace, D., Simmons College, Boston, MA, Investigated the unique barriers military members face while attempting to quit smoking.
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Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Southcoast Health
05.2016 - Current
Staff Nurse
SouthCoast Health
01.2014 - 09.2015
Clinical Nurse Liaison
UHS-Pruitt Corporation
01.2013 - 12.2013
School Health Nurse
Juliette Gordon Low Elementary School
08.2010 - 12.2012
Staff Nurse
SouthCoast Health
04.2008 - 08.2010
Staff Nurse
Fayetteville Veterans Administration Hospital
08.2005 - 08.2007
Emergency Room Staff Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
08.2003 - 02.2004
Staff Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2002 - 01.2003
Community Health Nurse/ Preventive Medicine Officer
Army
01.2000 - 01.2002
Army Nurse
Army
04.1999 - 10.1999
Staff Nurse
Army
12.1997 - 02.2000
SLIPPERY ROCK UNIVERSITY
Post Baccalaureate Studies from Community Health Nursing, Dean's List
UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON
Bachelor of Science from Nursing, Dean's List
SIMMONS COLLEGE
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner Program, with Honors
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