Dawn Adkins
Goldsboro,NC
Summary
Results-driven leader with over 30 years of nursing experience and 20 years in a leadership role. Expertise in fostering teamwork, managing financial processes, and implementing policies that improve operational effectiveness and patient care outcomes. Recognized for identifying performance improvement opportunities and enhancing communication across departments to streamline workflows and service delivery.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Director, Nursing Services
Wayne UNC Health Care
Goldsboro, NC
06.2006 - Current
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, aligning organizational goals to enhance overall effectiveness.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, and mentored staff members to enhance team performance.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Promoted collaboration by establishing open communication channels, fostering teamwork and reducing silos.
- Identified operational performance improvement opportunities.
Case Manager
Wayne UNC Health Care
Goldsboro, NC
06.2003 - 06.2006
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated clear communication between clients and service providers to enhance service delivery.
- Educated clients on tailored services and programs available.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care and community resources.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to evaluate treatment options.
Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
Wayne UNC Health Care
Goldsboro, NC
06.2000 - 06.2003
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create tailored care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to optimize treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care, empowering them to actively participate in their health.
- Supported daily activities to enhance patient comfort and safety, fostering a supportive recovery environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
ECU Health
Greenville, North Carolina
06.1995 - 06.2000
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes to enhance their overall experience and well-being.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Adhered to infection control policies to maintain a safe environment for all patients.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing care practices.
Education
Master of Healthcare Administration -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC06-2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne Community College
Goldsboro, NC05-1995
Skills
- Healthcare administration
- Multi-unit management
- Budget analysis and financial management
- Operational efficiency
- Change implementation
- Team leadership and building
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff motivation strategies
- Effective communication
- Staff management
Certification
Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) from Healthcare Financial Management Association, March 2026
Timeline
Director, Nursing Services
Wayne UNC Health Care
06.2006 - Current
Case Manager
Wayne UNC Health Care
06.2003 - 06.2006
Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
Wayne UNC Health Care
06.2000 - 06.2003
Registered Nurse, Post-Op Unit
ECU Health
06.1995 - 06.2000
Master of Healthcare Administration -
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wayne Community College