Dana Minor
Houston
Summary
Diligent nursing professional brings strong foundation of medical knowledge and patient care expertise, honed over 30 years of industry experience. Trained in med-surg nursing, operating room, Emergency Department, and outpatient care treatment and patient care with extensive knowledge of Oncology.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
09.2014 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
Circulator
DCH Health Systems
06.2002 - 04.2013
- Improved patient care by efficiently preparing operating rooms and ensuring all necessary supplies were readily available.
- Assisted surgical teams with seamless communication, resulting in a well-coordinated and successful procedure.
- Ensured a sterile environment for surgeries by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of each surgery, contributing to better post-operative care and followup.
- Facilitated timely turnover of operating rooms by promptly cleaning and resetting them for the next procedure.
- Reduced risk of infection by diligently monitoring the sterilization process of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough pre-operative assessments and verifying surgical consents.
- Streamlined workflow in the operating room through effective communication with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff members.
- Handled emergencies effectively by remaining calm under pressure and following established protocols for crisis situations in the operating room.
- Provided comfort to patients during stressful moments prior to their surgeries with compassionate attention and empathetic listening skills.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
Charge Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.1999 - 06.2002
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
LPN
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.1995 - 05.1999
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.1999
No Degree - License Practical Nurse
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.1992
High School Diploma -
Holt High School
Holt, AL05.1990
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Care Assignment
- Rapport Building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Performance Evaluations
- Team Leadership
- Process evaluation
- Patient Assessment
- Patient care planning
- Decision-Making
- Quality Improvement
- HIPAA Compliance
- Policy Development
- Clinical Instruction
- Resource Allocation
- Personal Integrity
- Recruitment
- Staff Training
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Staff education and training
- Calm and Composed
- Duty delegation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of new protocols.
Affiliations
- Oncology Nursing Society
Certification
- ACLS Training - 21 years
- Certified Oncology Nurse, - 6 years
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
09.2014 - Current
Circulator
DCH Health Systems
06.2002 - 04.2013
Charge Nurse
DCH Regional Medical Center
06.1999 - 06.2002
LPN
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.1995 - 05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
No Degree - License Practical Nurse
Shelton State Community College
High School Diploma -
Holt High School
- ACLS Training - 21 years
- Certified Oncology Nurse, - 6 years
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