Donald Fulkerson
Thomaston,GA
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Affinis Hospice, enhancing patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Expert in medication administration and patient assessments, significantly reducing medication errors. Demonstrates exceptional geriatric care, fostering teamwork, and improving patient satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Hospice Nurse
Affinis Hospice
10.2022 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
RN Charge Nurse
Heritage Inn Of Barnesville Health & Rehabilitation
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
RN Unit Manager
Renaissance Nursing Home
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
RN Staff Nurse
Warm Springs Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
RN Supervisor
Warm Springs Nursing Home
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
RN Supervisor
Harborview Nursing Home
03.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
RN Pediatric Nurse
Pediatria Healthcare For Kids
06.2012 - 02.2015
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
ER Registered Nurse
Monroe County Hospital
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Increased efficiency within the triage system by prioritizing cases based on severity levels.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control protocols and reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections.
Agency RN
Lighthouse Nursing Agency
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and utilizing strong clinical judgment.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult medical procedures, easing anxiety and promoting comfort.
- Served as a liaison between patients'' families and healthcare providers, offering clear communication about medical decisions.
RN Float Pool Nurse
Oconee Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Agency RN
Staff Relief Health Care Services
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and utilizing strong clinical judgment.
- Applied critical thinking skills to solve complex problems within high-pressure situations effectively.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advances in patient care techniques.
Home Health Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
06.2004 - 12.2007
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
ER Registered Nurse
Spalding Regional Medical Center
06.1997 - 05.2004
- Increased efficiency within the triage system by prioritizing cases based on severity levels.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall patient care delivery processes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
- Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA05.2002
Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Crescent Technical College
Griffin, GA12.1997
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Geriatric Care
- Medication Administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Wound Care
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
RN Hospice Nurse
Affinis Hospice
10.2022 - Current
RN Charge Nurse
Heritage Inn Of Barnesville Health & Rehabilitation
03.2021 - 09.2022
RN Unit Manager
Renaissance Nursing Home
02.2019 - 02.2021
RN Staff Nurse
Warm Springs Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
RN Supervisor
Warm Springs Nursing Home
10.2016 - 12.2017
RN Supervisor
Harborview Nursing Home
03.2015 - 09.2016
RN Pediatric Nurse
Pediatria Healthcare For Kids
06.2012 - 02.2015
ER Registered Nurse
Monroe County Hospital
12.2011 - 05.2012
Agency RN
Lighthouse Nursing Agency
01.2011 - 05.2012
RN Float Pool Nurse
Oconee Regional Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
Agency RN
Staff Relief Health Care Services
01.2007 - 12.2008
Home Health Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
06.2004 - 12.2007
ER Registered Nurse
Spalding Regional Medical Center
06.1997 - 05.2004
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Gordon State College
Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southern Crescent Technical College