Donna Mitchell
187 Harper Road,MS
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center, showcasing leadership and excellent communication skills. Spearheaded initiatives to enhance patient care and safety, significantly improving interdisciplinary collaboration. Expert in clinical coordination and regulatory compliance, with a strong ability to prioritize and delegate effectively, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and staff development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate nursing care that addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.
- Monitor assigned personnel and the daily clinical staffing of the department.
- Promoting cooperative working relationship with physicians and nursing staff
- Responsible for maintaining all patient scheduling through the physician's offices
Clinical Coordinator RN
Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus
10.2012 - 10.2018
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Promoted a culture of safety by identifying potential risks, implementing preventive measures, and conducting staff training sessions.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and address complex medical issues.
- Supervised and participated in preliminary psychiatric assessments; evaluated, coordinated and supervised implementation of multi-disciplinary treatment plans; reviews patient progress of plans.
- Conducted weekly team meetings with Psychiatrist, multi-disciplinary treatment teams and family members.
- Responsible for daily assignments for all employees for the unit.
- Took patient assignments based on the unit needs.
- Performed monthly audits to ensure regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate documentation, adhering to policies, and following guidelines required by JACHO
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Anderson Regional Medical Center North Campus
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Clinical Coordinator/Charge Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus
06.2005 - 08.2011
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Took patient assignment based on unit needs.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2005
Certificate in Business And Office Technology -
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-1989
High School Diploma -
Clarkdale Attendance Center
Meridian, MS08-1987
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills between staff, other departments, physicians and patient/family
- Excellent decision-making skills
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate to other staff members based on their qualifications
- Knowledge of procedures on the unit and able to step in where needed
- Ability to assist Nurse Manager with delegated roles
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
Clinical Coordinator RN
Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus
10.2012 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Anderson Regional Medical Center North Campus
08.2011 - 10.2012
Clinical Coordinator/Charge Nurse
Anderson Regional Medical Center South Campus
06.2005 - 08.2011
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Meridian Community College
Certificate in Business And Office Technology -
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Clarkdale Attendance Center
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