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Donna Cottle, BSN RN

Macon,Ga.

Summary

Clinical Liaison and Lab Coordinator: procurement and scheduling of clinical facility rotations for nursing students; assist with campus skills labs and Simulation Labs.

Clinical Instructor: Behavioral Health clinical rotation. Patient assignment and supervision of nursing students at clinical site Pre/Post conference with students. Evaluation of students.

Master Trainer for Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE): Implementation and Optimization phases. Trained Superusers, Physicians, Nurses, and ancillary staff on use of the system.

Senior Clinical Analyst for CPOE: Build of evidence-based order sets for Computerized Provider Order Entry.

Manager of a 10-bed Post Anesthesia Care Unit: Responsible for daily management of Phase 1 recovery of adult and pediatric patients. Duties included: scheduling of nurses and ancillary staff, provide productivity reports to OR Director; worked with vendors to develop capital budget requests; training and orientation of new staff; development of unit specific policies and procedures to provide patient-centered care and comply with the American Society of Perianesthesia.

Master Trainer: Assisted with training and implementation of computer documentation and training of hospital staff. (Nursing documentation in the OR Module, Electronic Medication Administration (EMAR).

Collaborated with inter-disciplinary teams to improve Emergency Room (ER) through-put.

Overview

2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Jones County Board Of Education

School Nurse
07.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
  • Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
  • Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
  • Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
  • Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
  • Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
  • Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
  • Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
  • Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.

Coliseum Northside Hospital

RN PACU Staff Nurse
02.2018 - 09.2020

Job overview

  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

Middle Georgia State University

Lab Coordinator / Clinical Liaison

Coliseum Medical Centers

Senior Clinical Analyst-Order Set/PCM

Coliseum Medical Centers

CPOE Master Trainer

Coliseum Medical Centers

PACU Nurse Manager
01.2000 - 02.2013

Georgia Southwestern State University

Clinical Instructor BSN Nursing Program

Coliseum Medical Centers

RN Labor and Delivery

West Georgia Medical Center

RN Surgical Services

West Georgia Medical Center

Nursery Assistant Manager and Staff Nurse

Coliseum Medical Centers

RN Staff Nurse (PACU, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Newborn Nursery)

Job overview

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.

Education

University of Colorado Denver
Denver, Colorado

Health Information Management and Exchange (HIM/HIE) Specialist Certificate Program from Health Informatics
01.2011

Georgia College
Milledgeville, Georgia

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
01.1986

Georgia College
Milledgeville, Georgia

Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
06.1978

Additional Information

Known as a patient advocate and team player; believe in empowering patients by delivering health education and nursing care that enhances wellness and quality of life. Competencies for HIM/HIE Specialist Certificate and HIT Pro Exams furnished upon request. References and cover letter furnished upon request.

Affiliations

  • Georgia Association of School Nurses
  • National Association of School Nurses

Timeline

School Nurse

Jones County Board Of Education
07.2020 - Current

RN PACU Staff Nurse

Coliseum Northside Hospital
02.2018 - 09.2020

PACU Nurse Manager

Coliseum Medical Centers
01.2000 - 02.2013

Georgia College

Bachelor of Science from Nursing

Lab Coordinator / Clinical Liaison

Middle Georgia State University

Senior Clinical Analyst-Order Set/PCM

Coliseum Medical Centers

CPOE Master Trainer

Coliseum Medical Centers

Clinical Instructor BSN Nursing Program

Georgia Southwestern State University

RN Labor and Delivery

Coliseum Medical Centers

RN Surgical Services

West Georgia Medical Center

Nursery Assistant Manager and Staff Nurse

West Georgia Medical Center

RN Staff Nurse (PACU, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Newborn Nursery)

Coliseum Medical Centers

University of Colorado Denver

Health Information Management and Exchange (HIM/HIE) Specialist Certificate Program from Health Informatics

Georgia College

Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
Donna Cottle, BSN RN