Dawn Oliver
Taylor,USA
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with extensive experience in critical care environments. Proven ability to provide exceptional patient care and handle high-pressure situations effectively. Committed to fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare needs, known for clinical expertise and adherence to quality patient care and safe patient outcomes. Dedicated to educating nurses and promoting professional development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Development Specialist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Round Rock
Round Rock, TX
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff skills and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with department leaders to identify training needs and align objectives with organizational goals.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to promote continuous professional development among team members.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessments, refining programs for improved outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between company leadership and employees regarding professional development needs.
- Collaborated with management to assess organizational needs and develop targeted training solutions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by encouraging staff members to pursue relevant certifications or additional education opportunities.
- Monitored progress of staff through ongoing assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Round Rock
Round Rock, TX
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to maintain adequate coverage and reduce overtime costs.
- Monitored operational workflows, coordinating Multidisciplinary teams to provide safe patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements.
- Coordinated staffing across multiple hospitals in greater Austin region.
Staff Charge Nurse Critical Care Unit
Baylor Scott & White Round Rock
Round Rock, Texas, USA
03.2016 - 09.2020
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and treatments implementing many years experience with established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring effective communication between healthcare providers and families.
- Led initiatives to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and training sessions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and adherence to best practices.
ICU Night Supervisor, CVICU Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Fort Worth
Fort Worth, Texas, USA
03.2012 - 03.2017
- In the role of supervisor, manage employees, and be responsible for payroll, education, staff counseling, and discipline.
- Interim Manager ICU
- Interim Manager Medical Telemetry
- Critical Care Educator
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in production tasks.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to improve team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with management to develop training programs for skill enhancement.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
ICU Night Supervisor / Staff Nurse ICU / Administrative Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Regional Medical Center Plano
Plano, TX, USA
12.2004 - 03.2012
- Collaborated with manager to oversee project execution, data analysis, chart assessments, and staff performance evaluations. Partnered with critical care physician team to enhance patient management and identify process improvements within critical care services. Led training initiatives as preceptor for critical care team. Optimized ICU scheduling to ensure efficient operations.
- Coordinated staff assignments and schedules to maintain optimal workflow during night shifts.
- Conducted regular audits of patient care practices to enhance service delivery and compliance.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures, ensuring consistent understanding of protocols.
- Resolved patient and staff concerns promptly, improving overall satisfaction and workplace morale.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve patient outcomes during night hours.
- Developed strong relationships with staff members through effective communication and leadership efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TXAssociate of Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Strong leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clinical expertise
- Professionalism
- Safety and quality protocols
- Policy enforcement
- Program development
- Training and mentoring
- Scheduling coordination
- Performance evaluations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
- Certification of Critical Care Nursing (CCRN)
Certification
- Texas Nursing License, 2025-08-31
- Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), 1999-01-01, Present
Professional Organizations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 1996-01-01, Present
- Critical Care Certified Registered Nurse (CCRN), 1999-01-01, Present
- Association for Nursing Professional Development
Home Email
justdawnrn@gmail.com
Timeline
Staff Development Specialist
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Round Rock
07.2021 - 07.2025
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Round Rock
09.2020 - 07.2021
Staff Charge Nurse Critical Care Unit
Baylor Scott & White Round Rock
03.2016 - 09.2020
ICU Night Supervisor, CVICU Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Fort Worth
03.2012 - 03.2017
ICU Night Supervisor / Staff Nurse ICU / Administrative Supervisor
Baylor Scott & White Regional Medical Center Plano
12.2004 - 03.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College