Dara Thurmon, RN
Marshall,TX
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing evidence-based practices and guidelines in the healthcare facility.
- Enhanced patient safety through rigorous monitoring and evaluation of infection control measures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported outbreaks, identifying sources, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Streamlined data collection processes for accurate tracking and reporting of key infection metrics within the organization.
- Developed targeted educational materials to raise awareness among patients, families, and visitors about the importance of infection prevention measures.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by consistently emphasizing the importance of adhering to established protocols for preventing infections among staff members at all levels.
- Utilized surveillance software tools effectively for ongoing monitoring of infection rates and trends within the organization.
Business Develpment Manager
Highland Park Home Health
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increased market share and profitability.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully execute complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable pricing and terms for the company.
Patient Care Coordinator
HeartsWay Hospice
03.2013 - 02.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create seamless transitions between various stages of treatment plans, enhancing continuity of care.
- Organized community outreach events to promote awareness of available services, increasing clinic visibility within the local area.
- Provided compassionate support for families during difficult healthcare decisions, acting as a liaison between them and their loved ones'' medical team.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices related to patient care coordination.
- Fostered strong relationships with referral sources for increased network connections, benefiting both the clinic and its patients through expanded resources.
- Increased efficiency in multi-disciplinary meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and distributing follow-up action items.
- Conducted regular audits of documentation accuracy within the practice management software, addressing discrepancies promptly for better data integrity.
- Acted as main point of contact for patients, doctors, and hospital staff by closely reviewing medical charts and maintaining high levels of communication.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Monitored patient health records for accuracy to meet compliance with healthcare guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to patients and families to navigate healthcare systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Panola College
Carthage, TX12.2012
Associate of Science - Biology
Panola College
Carthage, TX12.2012
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Panola College
Carthage, TX05.1997
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Chronic Disease Management
- Data Collection
- Lab result interpretation
- ADL Assistance
- Precepting
- Medical assessment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Unit Administration
- Patient Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Diabetes management
- Wound Care
- Chart updating
- Health screening
- Critical Care
- Care Planning
- Emergency Response
- Hospice philosophy understanding
- Infection control measures
- Patient education and counseling
- EMR Systems
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Team Coordination
- Preventive health
- Intake and discharge
- Patient care planning
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Family advocacy
- Managing deadlines
- Patient Assessment
- Disease prevention and intervention specialist
- Medication Administration
- EMR / EHR
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Maintaining privacy
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Evaluation
Certification
+ ACLS
+BLS
+Critical Care Certificate
+Preceptor
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Business Develpment Manager
Highland Park Home Health
01.2019 - 08.2021
Patient Care Coordinator
HeartsWay Hospice
03.2013 - 02.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Panola College
Associate of Science - Biology
Panola College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Panola College