Dana Burnett
Bryant,AR
Summary
Patient-focused Director of Nursing offering 8-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records and accident reports while evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans for the clients.
Enthusiastic as a healthcare leader and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of proper documentation and training in infection prevention while motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field of nursing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Encore Health & Rehabilitation Of West Little Rock
Little Rock , Arkansas
2020.09 - Current
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary 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.
- Implemented and utilized Point Click Care medical documentation to maintain highest quality of accountability and order processing for patients,
Director of Nursing
Cottage Lane Health And Rehabilitation
Little Rock , Arkansas
2016.08 - 2020.09
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment in effort to prevent transmission and spread of Covid-19.
- Developed and monitored symptoms to prevent spread of Covid-19.
- Recruited and trained effective staff members to prospered facility star rating from one (1) to five (5) star quality measures.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Southern Trace Rehabilitation And Care Center
Bryant , Arkansas
2014.08 - 2016.08
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Planned and assigned workload 25-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Courtyard Gardens Rehabilitation Center
Arkadelphia , Arkansas
2013.12 - 2014.08
- Managed infection control and critical incidents/accidents while implementing procedural changes and improvements.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Conferred with four (4) physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Courtyard Gardens Rehabilitation Center
Arkadelphia , Arkansas
2011.06 - 2013.12
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status (25) , needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Hope
Hope, AR12.2013
Skills
- Board Certified Infection Preventionist through National Association of Directors of Nursing
- Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Notary Public, State of Arkansas, Saline County
- Secretary/Recorder for Arkansas Chapter of National Association of Directors of Nursing
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Encore Health & Rehabilitation Of West Little Rock
2020.09 - Current
Director of Nursing
Cottage Lane Health And Rehabilitation
2016.08 - 2020.09
Assistant Director of Nursing
Southern Trace Rehabilitation And Care Center
2014.08 - 2016.08
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Courtyard Gardens Rehabilitation Center
2013.12 - 2014.08
Licensed Practical Nurse
Courtyard Gardens Rehabilitation Center
2011.06 - 2013.12
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College-Hope
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