Dana McCamy
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced, patient-focused, compassionate Registered Nurse with 11 years of experience with 9 years of Emergency Nursing and 2 years of experience in Home Health. Confident in fast-paced, highly stressful environments. Strong ability to think and make decisions quickly and effectively in life-threatening situations. Professional experience in skilled healthcare settings providing education to patients by communicating their plan of care in practical terms, and incorporating family involvement. Successful in developing and implementing care plans that improved patient outcomes, reduced hospital readmissions and streamlined workflows.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Manager
AccentCare
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Led patient care initiatives to enhance service delivery and improve patient satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless communication and collaboration in patient management.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on effective patient care strategies, fostering professional development within the team.
- Analyzed patient outcomes data to identify areas for improvement and optimize resource allocation.
- Managed a team of Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists and Speech Therapist for a 100 patient region.
- Performed patient advocacy, team leadership, operational efficiency, budget management and quality improvement.
Clinical Support Specialist
AccentCare
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided expert support in clinical operations, enhancing patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient management protocols.
- Trained staff on clinical systems and best practices, improving overall team performance.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, supporting proactive decision-making for treatment plans.
- Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in improved service delivery to patients.
- Managed approximately 50-60 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from patients, family members, providers, laboratories and staff.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
AccentCare
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered high-quality patient care to 5-7 patients a day in their homes, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying patient needs and coordinating appropriate interventions effectively.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care strategies.
- Developed and implemented the Plan of Care.
Registered Nurse, Private Duty Registered Nurse - Home Health
Aveanna Healthcare
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed 1:1 patient care in home.
- Performed nursing assessments, develops, implements and evaluates plans of care in conjunction with physicians, patients and caregivers per agency policy and procedures.
- Obtained and monitored vital signs and reports any changes in medical conditions to the physician on the case.
- Administered medications via intravenous, G-Button and Nasogastric Tubes and reassessed patients' condition and status to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Changed, cleaned and maintained overall care of intravenous, G-Button and Nasogastric Tubes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, School Nurse - PRN
Round Rock Independent School District
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Administered routine medications via orally, subcutaneously and by inhalation per primary care physician orders to approximately 5-10 students a day.
- Provided basic first aid for minor injury, including cuts, abrasions and scrapes.
- Collaborated with guardians the plan of care, if student is sent home due to illness or injury. Called EMS in critical and life-threatening situations.
- Obtained temperatures, heart rates or oxygen levels if fever is suspected.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - PRN
Austin Emergency Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Triaged approximately 30-40 incoming patients based on level of injury or illness on both adults and pediatrics daily.
- Performed and documented ongoing assessments including observation, physical assessment, laboratory/test results, and patient responses to procedural intervention.
- Coordinated and documented appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for accurate reporting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Signature Care Emergency Center
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Applied expertise in prompt patient condition assessment on patient arrival at the emergency room during initial phases of acute illness or trauma.
- Performed medical procedures, such as venipuncture, cardiac monitoring, taking vital signs, urinalysis, UCG testing, or administering medications.
- Developed and maintained patient care plans for more than 20 patients a day.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Family Emergency Rooms
12.2017 - 09.2021
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting EKG readings, identifying irregular readings in a 7 bed freestanding emergency room and updated team members and providers on changes in stability or acuity.
- Delivered medications via oral, intravenous and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, disease process and management/lifestyle options.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that increased patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VIK Complete Care Emergency Room
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Managed direct nursing care to approximately 30 patients a day on various levels of emergency needs.
- Delegated tasks to competent staff while ensuring quality patient care.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided care for patients with various medical conditions from infants to the elderly in a 24-bed emergency room.
- Oriented and provided training for new staff and nursing students.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding treatment options and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, analyzed data, and adjusted interventions based on patient responses.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by streamlining documentation processes using electronic health records systems.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Assisted, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients experiencing life-threatening situations in a 30-bed emergency room.
- Handled multiple traumas, stroke alerts, cardiac arrests, respiratory arrests, conscious sedation and sexual assaults.
- Collaborated with physicians and emergency staff to provide effective, safe patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency procedures and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX12.2013
Minor - Psychology
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX12.2013
Skills
- Precepting
- Triaging
- Outstanding Time Management Skills
- Communication and Delegation Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Organizational and Prioritization Skills
- Collaborative Team Player
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Typing Skills
- G-Button, Intravenous and Nasogastric Tube Maintenance
- Medication Administration and Management
- Care Coordination
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient Safety
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- IV Therapy
- Intramuscular Injections
- Wound Care
- EKG Monitoring
- Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- New Staff Mentoring
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Versant Nursing Residency Graduate
Timeline
Patient Care Manager
AccentCare
04.2024 - 11.2024
Clinical Support Specialist
AccentCare
04.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
AccentCare
06.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Private Duty Registered Nurse - Home Health
Aveanna Healthcare
11.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, School Nurse - PRN
Round Rock Independent School District
10.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department - PRN
Austin Emergency Center
10.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Signature Care Emergency Center
06.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Family Emergency Rooms
12.2017 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VIK Complete Care Emergency Room
07.2017 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
01.2014 - 03.2016
Minor - Psychology
Tarleton State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tarleton State University
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