Dawn Jones
Blakely,GA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and emergency response. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through clinical care planning and adherence to infection control protocols.
Overview
1
1
Certification
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital and Manor
Bainbridge, Georgia
07.2018 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and risks.
- Maintained accurate medical records and ensured compliance with hospital policies.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, providing support during critical situations.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing skills and promoting best practices in care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety measures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean a safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Registered Nurse
Early Medical Center
Blakely, Georgia
10.1980 - 07.2026
- Leveraged 28 years of medical-surgical experience followed by years as emergency nurse to provide high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions effectively.
- Provided compassionate patient care in diverse medical settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create comprehensive care plans.
- Instructed ACLS, PALS, and BLS courses, enhancing knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in emergency response.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College
Dothan, AL05-1980
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- EMR documentation
- Care planning
- Emergency response
- Infection control protocols
- Trauma care
- Maternal care
- Health education delivery
- Critical thinking
Certification
- registered nurse- Georgia Board of Nursing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital and Manor
07.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Early Medical Center
10.1980 - 07.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College