Dona Allen
Dallas,GA
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 10 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
GI Endoscopy Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Pre-Post/OP, triage, admission, discharge, IV insertions, and float nurse
- Contributed to interdisciplinary teams by sharing expertise on gastrointestinal disorders and appropriate endoscopic interventions.
- Ensured availability of necessary supplies for each procedure by diligently maintaining inventory levels and ordering replacements as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities to ensure seamless continuity between healthcare providers.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
Tele- Health
Employee Health
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Tele-health COVID 19 triage-nurse including: Recording/tracing vaccines for staff, onboarding, assessment of employee, triage for hospital care, testing, or home care
- Follow-up for all employees at Boulder Community Hospital, Boulder, CO
- Computer use EPIC and EXCEL.
- Optimized digital resources through routine troubleshooting and proactive system updates.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with diverse teams to achieve shared objectives in a timely manner.
- Improved team productivity by implementing effective time management strategies during projects.
- Mentored new Teen Tech Members, providing guidance on program goals and expectations.
RN - Labor and Delivery
Asante Community Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of obstetrics nursing.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations while respecting unique beliefs surrounding childbirth customs or traditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practices in labor and delivery nursing care.
- Facilitated open communication with expectant parents to address concerns, educate on birth plans, and provide emotional support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
- Assessed pain levels continuously allowing timely interventions that maintained overall mother''s comfort during labor ensuring a more positive experience for her child''s birth.
Education
BSN, RN -
Oregon Health & Science University
Ashland, ORMinor in Psychology -
Southern Oregon University
Ashland, ORAssociate of General Studies -
Rogue Community College
Medford, ORSkills
- Mental health care
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric Nursing
- Intake and discharge
- Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Patient Counseling
Licenses Certifications
- Registered Nurse, RN, BSN
- CPR & AED BLS Basic Life Support
- EFM Intermediate and EFM Advanced
- Advancing Pain Management
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Clinical Experience
- GI Endoscopy Center (2022-2023), Pre-Post/OP, triage, admission, discharge, IV insertions, and float nurse.
- Employee Health (2020-2022), Tele-health COVID 19 triage-nurse including: Recording/tracing vaccines for staff, onboarding, assessment of employee, triage for hospital care, testing, or home care. Follow-up for all employees at Boulder Community Hospital, Boulder, CO. Computer use EPIC and EXCEL.
- Call Center for Boulder County/Boulder Community Hospital, COVID 19 emergency triage care, assessment for hospital, testing, and home care.
- Labor and Delivery (2013-2020), Operating room, circulator, pre/post OP, patient nurse, baby nurse Labor and Delivery, Antepartum, LDRP, high risk Post-partum, NICU float, discharge planning, admissions EPIC, Meditech, Cerner, Centricity computer system Travel nurse 4 years
Honors
- Ford Opportunity Scholarship from The Ford Foundation, Full Award for 4 years
- Phi Beta Kappa 2009 to present
- Rogue Community College Scholarship, 2008, Medford, OR.
References
Upon request
Cover Letter
Thank you for considering me for the job with your facility. My enclosed resume provides you with an overview of my relevant experience and training. I have a solid commitment to nursing, along with advanced assessment skills, and wish to build on those experiences in your facility. I am accustomed to providing excellent service in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment: as a staff and traveling nurse. I am a team player, am self-motivated, and always strive to do my best. My specialized experience includes Surgery/Circulator with Labor and Delivery, Pre-Post-op, tele-health/triage, GI Endoscopy Center, Employee Health, COVID triage, assisting providers with procedures and equipment, with an elevated knowledge of EPIC, Admissions, and Discharges. I would be delighted to discuss my application with you. I can be easily contacted by phone or email. Please feel free to leave a message on my phone as well. Thank you very much for your time and consideration for the job. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Dona Allen
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
GI Endoscopy Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Tele- Health
Employee Health
01.2020 - 01.2022
RN - Labor and Delivery
Asante Community Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2020
BSN, RN -
Oregon Health & Science University
Minor in Psychology -
Southern Oregon University
Associate of General Studies -
Rogue Community College
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