Donna Pace
Newton,MS
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I enhanced patient care and surgical outcomes at Newton Regional Hospital through expert medication administration and compassionate patient counseling. Leveraging strong clinical judgment and acute care expertise, I significantly contributed to quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and patient satisfaction. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Newton Family and Pediatric Clinic
01.2016 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Pharmacy Technician
Newton Regional Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2015
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
Surgery Assistant
Newton Regional Hospital
10.1987 - 12.2015
- Ensured accurate documentation of surgeries by diligently recording all relevant information in patient records.
- Strengthened surgical team performance through active participation in ongoing quality improvement initiatives, such as debriefings, case reviews, and skills training sessions.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by maintaining inventory levels and ensuring timely replenishment of supplies.
- Reduced risk of infection through rigorous sterilization protocols for all surgical tools and equipment.
- Provided compassionate post-operative care, monitoring vital signs and addressing patient concerns to promote recovery.
- Fostered a positive work environment within the surgical team through strong collaboration and open communication.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in the operating room by consistently following established protocols for sanitization and waste disposal.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between surgeries by efficiently turning over the operating room for subsequent cases.
- Maximized patient comfort throughout their perioperative experience via empathetic communication and gentle handling techniques.
- Promoted optimal healing after surgery through careful wound dressing changes, suture removals, and proper follow-up care instructions for patients.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-surgery.
- Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS05.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS08.1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Response
- Emergency Care
- Administering immunizations
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Family Education
- Physical assessments
- Patient Evaluation
- Appointment Scheduling
- At-risk patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Newton Family and Pediatric Clinic
01.2016 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Newton Regional Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2015
Surgery Assistant
Newton Regional Hospital
10.1987 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
East Central Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Meridian Community College
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