Dianna Oni
Monroe,North Carolina
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Pain Management Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Advocate Health Care. Strong background in pain management and interdisciplinary collaboration to support patients with chronic pain. Skilled in working with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to create effective care plans that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pain Management Registered Nurse
Advocate Health Care
07.2011 - Current
- Educate patients on pain management strategies and post-treatment care protocols.
- Develop strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns, validating their experiences, and providing personalized care solutions.
- Educate patients and families on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and self-management techniques for optimal pain relief.
- Improve patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing empathetic, compassionate care and addressing concerns about pain management.
- Assist physicians in conducting nerve blocks and other invasive procedures for pain management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists such as physical therapists or psychologists when necessary for comprehensive patient care plans.
- Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Increase compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on best practices in pain management and integrating evidence-based guidelines into practice.
- Implement quality improvement measures to enhance service delivery in pain management clinic.
- Implement timely interventions to minimize acute and postoperative pain, promoting faster recovery times for patients undergoing surgery.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patient needs, formulating appropriate pain management goals and objectives in collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Mentor nursing students and new hires in best practices for pain assessment and intervention techniques, promoting a culture of excellence within the healthcare team.
RN PACU
Atrium Health
07.2002 - 07.2011
- Monitored patient recovery in PACU, ensuring optimal post-anesthesia care.
- Administered medications and managed pain control protocols for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate smooth transitions from surgery to recovery.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care instructions and expectations.
- Streamlined recovery processes, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times in PACU.
- Enhanced patient recovery by consistently monitoring and assessing post-operative vital signs.
- Participated in continuous education initiatives to stay current on best practices in PACU nursing care.
- Streamlined handoff procedures by efficiently communicating pertinent information to the next shift''s staff.
- Promoted a comfortable environment for patients, addressing concerns, and providing emotional support during post-operative recovery.
- Assisted physicians in conducting bedside procedures, such as wound dressing changes or IV insertions, to foster optimal healing processes.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
RN, ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
06.2000 - 07.2002
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and interpreted diagnostic tests for timely intervention.
RN, ICU/CCU
Piedmont HealthCare
02.1998 - 05.2000
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to optimize care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Director of Nursing
Traveling Home Care
02.1996 - 05.1998
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care delivery across home health services.
- Implemented quality improvement programs, increasing compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Established training protocols for staff development, promoting continuous learning and professional growth.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care plans for patients transitioning between different settings or levels of support.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among staff members by providing ongoing education opportunities and encouraging professional development.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by maintaining meticulous records and staying abreast of changing requirements.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
RN, ICU/CCU
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
05.1993 - 02.1996
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WVAssociate of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State College
Bluefield, WVSkills
- Clinical documentation
- Patient safety
- Patient referrals
- Phone triage
- EMR systems
- Venipuncture/IV Infusion
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong clinical judgement skills
- Compassionate and caring
- Certified in CPR/AED
- ACLS Certified
- Excellent communication
Certification
Ambulatory Care Nurse
Clinical Nurse III
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Pain Management Registered Nurse
Advocate Health Care
07.2011 - Current
RN PACU
Atrium Health
07.2002 - 07.2011
RN, ICU/CCU Registered Nurse
Atrium Health
06.2000 - 07.2002
RN, ICU/CCU
Piedmont HealthCare
02.1998 - 05.2000
Director of Nursing
Traveling Home Care
02.1996 - 05.1998
RN, ICU/CCU
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
05.1993 - 02.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluefield State College