DAWN CHESLEY MSN RN
San Diego,CA
Summary
A compassionate and interpersonal RN with over 31 years of experience providing patient care in acute, outpatient, and community-based environments. Valuable experience supervising and managing clinical staff members to exceed patient and health program goals. Lead the assessment, evaluation, and improvement of health plans to facilitate improved patient outcomes. An advocate for patient wellbeing, readily builds rapport, and collaborates with families. Equipped with strong decision-making and critical thinking skills, to ensure high-quality patient care. Articulate communicator with the ability to work across diverse patient populations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, PSCU
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by attending physicians.
- Provided direct patient care and monitoring to high risk antepartum patients, including assessment of vital signs, fetal heart tones, and documentation.
- Educated patients and families on pregnancy complications and treatment options.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing stress or anxiety during hospitalization.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members regarding management strategies for high risk antepartum patients.
Transitional Planner/Case Manager
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, CA
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Led assessment, development, implementation, and monitoring of patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained current knowledge of case management and utilization management guidelines for timely referrals.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to reduce length of stay and enhance patient experience.
- Conducted interviews and assessments within 24 hours of admission to determine post-hospitalization needs.
- Prepared and documented discharge plans, ensuring referrals and authorizations for post-discharge services.
- Partnered with social work to ensure patient/family conferences met established standards.
RN Coordinator – Newborn Screening Program
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Coordinated care for positive and abnormal Newborn Screenings under CDPH regulatory guidelines.
- Interfaced with 51 hospitals in Southern California to facilitate immediate medical attention for infants with abnormal results.
- Ensured compliance by interpreting state regulations, policies, and procedures for perinatal facilities.
- Represented Newborn Screening Program at multi-disciplinary planning meetings and relevant conferences.
RN Clinical Supervisor
Maxim Healthcare
San Diego, CA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed clinical staff of 45 to ensure effective coordination and delivery of home health care.
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Supervised review of patients’ clinical diagnoses, medications, procedures, and treatment plans.
- Trained RNs in home health nursing assessment process to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with medical administrators to create staffing plans in compliance with state regulations.
RN Manager
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego, CA
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Spearheaded nursing operations across OB/GYN, Lactation, Audiology, and Parent Education departments.
- Managed planning, staffing, and coordination for 120 clinicians.
- Led budget development aligned with hospital goals and objectives.
- Cultivated relationships with management and clinical staff to achieve program objectives.
- Ensured compliance with EMR standards for accurate patient documentation.
RN Lead Case Manager
Sharp Healthcare
San Diego, CA
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Executed utilization review process through frequent case reviews and medical record assessments.
- Supervised a clinical staff of six during discharge planning for women and newborns.
- Conducted daily clinical reviews to ensure adherence to quality management guidelines.
- Monitored effectiveness of case management plans, making modifications as necessary.
- Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate safe discharge plans.
Care Coordinator
Rady Children's Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Contributed as core team member in multidisciplinary Gastroenterology clinic serving CCS-eligible children.
- Planned and evaluated individualized patient care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Managed point of care procedures while providing ongoing education for patients, families, and staff.
- Facilitated quality management initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within the clinic.
RN Perinatal Float
UCSD Medical Center
San Diego, CA
08.2010 - 08.2013
RN Supervisor
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
09.2008 - 08.2010
RN Care Coordinator – Homecare
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2003 - 08.2008
RN – NICU
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2002 - 08.2004
RN – Critical Care Float
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.1999 - 08.2002
RN – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
Santa Clara, CA
08.1996 - 08.1999
RN – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Rady Children’s Hospital
San Diego, CA
06.1994 - 08.1996
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Leadership in Healthcare Administration
San Diego State University
San Diego05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Diego State University
San Diego05.1994
Skills
- Patient assessment and documentation
- Patient safety and family engagement
- Infection control and safety standards
- Time management
- Records management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Health education
- Electronic health records systems
- Microsoft Office 365
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, California Board of Registered Nursing, Current
- BLS/CPR Certification, American Heart Association, Current
- NRP Certification, American Heart Association, Current
- Lactation Educator Counselor, UCSD
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, PSCU
Sharp Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Transitional Planner/Case Manager
Sharp HealthCare
10.2022 - 08.2024
RN Coordinator – Newborn Screening Program
Rady Children’s Hospital
01.2021 - 10.2022
RN Clinical Supervisor
Maxim Healthcare
07.2020 - 12.2020
RN Manager
Sharp Healthcare
02.2019 - 03.2020
RN Lead Case Manager
Sharp Healthcare
08.2016 - 02.2019
Care Coordinator
Rady Children's Hospital
08.2013 - 08.2016
RN Perinatal Float
UCSD Medical Center
08.2010 - 08.2013
RN Supervisor
Rady Children’s Hospital
09.2008 - 08.2010
RN Care Coordinator – Homecare
Rady Children’s Hospital
08.2003 - 08.2008
RN – NICU
Rady Children’s Hospital
08.2002 - 08.2004
RN – Critical Care Float
Rady Children’s Hospital
08.1999 - 08.2002
RN – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
08.1996 - 08.1999
RN – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Rady Children’s Hospital
06.1994 - 08.1996
Master of Science - Nursing, Leadership in Healthcare Administration
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Diego State University
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