Donna Godwin
McKenzie,AL
Summary
Seasoned RN with a proven track record in care coordination and clinical assessment. Managing care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in training and fostering teamwork, significantly enhancing patient care. Demonstrates ethical practice and community engagement, with a focus on achievements in streamlining operations and improving health outcomes.
Experienced with care plan development, patient assessments, and team coordination. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to ensure quality care delivery. Knowledge of healthcare regulations, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
MDS Care Plan Coordinator
Crowne Healthcare Greenville
11.2020 - Current
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by adhering to guidelines when creating and updating patient records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive, holistic care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining thorough records of patient interactions, updates to care plans, and treatment goals achieved.
- Ensured timely implementation of care plans by facilitating regular review meetings with healthcare practitioners.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare professionals, family members, and patients for transparent communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evergreen Medical Center
03.2019 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment, arranging transfers as indicated providing report to receiving facility timely,
RN House Supervisor/Emergency Room Nurse
Georgiana Medical Center
12.2014 - 03.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice/Admissions Coordinator
SouthernCare of Greenville
05.2003 - 10.2014
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Worked with suppliers and vendors on provision of medical equipment, items and services.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Used HCHB for Documentation of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace Community College
Selma, AL06-1989
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Reid State Technical College
Evergreen, AL08-1984
High School Diploma -
Georgiana High School
Georgiana, AL05-1979
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Care coordination
- Community engagement
- Ethical practice
- Care planning
- Training and education
- Teamwork
Timeline
MDS Care Plan Coordinator
Crowne Healthcare Greenville
11.2020 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Evergreen Medical Center
03.2019 - 11.2020
RN House Supervisor/Emergency Room Nurse
Georgiana Medical Center
12.2014 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice/Admissions Coordinator
SouthernCare of Greenville
05.2003 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace Community College
Licensed Practical Nursing -
Reid State Technical College
High School Diploma -
Georgiana High School
Similar Profiles
Jermica EverettJermica Everett
Medication Aide at Crowne Healthcare of CitronelleMedication Aide at Crowne Healthcare of Citronelle
Courtney DearmonCourtney Dearmon
Registered Nurse at Crowne HealthcareRegistered Nurse at Crowne Healthcare
Tammy L. MoyarTammy L. Moyar
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Ayden Healthcare Of GreenvilleCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Ayden Healthcare Of Greenville