Donna Price
Grapevine,TX
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record in substance use treatment and behavioral health at AAC: Greenhouse Treatment Center. Expert in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention, demonstrating significant improvements in patient outcomes. Competent in Spanish, enhancing patient communication and care. Preceptorship and education skills underscore a commitment to nursing excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Addictions/Behavioral Health
AAC: Greenhouse Treatment Center
08.2023 - Current
- Deliver individualized, trauma-informed care and establish strong rapport with complex patients in treatment for substance use (average nurse patient ratio 1:19).
- Incorporate knowledge of co-occurring conditions, withdrawal assessment tools, detox protocols, evidence-based treatment practices to execute the treatment plan.
- Effectively initiate, educate, and safely administer medication therapy for detox/withdrawal, psychiatric/behavioral conditions, as well as acute & chronic medical comorbidities.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, notify physicians, and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Participate in departmental meetings to improve upon policy & procedure, influence more effective nursing care, and effecting positive change in the organization.
- Assist colleagues when their patient load is demanding with patient care, medication administration, new client intake, and completing orders.
- Work together with case workers, counselors/therapists, psychiatrists, and medical providers to carry out plans of care.
School Nurse
Birdville ISD
07.2018 - 07.2023
- Autonomously oversaw health services for a school of 650 adolescents and 60 faculty.
- Created individualized care plans and monitored/treated medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, ADHD, depression/anxiety, and seizure disorders.
- Trained school staff on CPR/Emergency Response, COVID mitigation & exposure response, and diabetic care in accordance with policy.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to manage acute and chronic health conditions.
- Responded to and activated response protocols for acute/urgent situations such as head injuries, fractures, anaphylaxis, seizures, suicide attempts, and substance use.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population in accordance with state and local policy.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Precepted BSN students during clinical rotations, 7 semesters.
Public Health Registered Nurse
Denton County Public Health
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Provided respectful, compassionate nursing care, practical interventions, and tangible education to vulnerable and at-risk populations.
- Facilitated grant-funded projects for public health initiatives, such as Healthy Texas Women, DSHS STI/HIV program, and Vaccines for Children, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
- Referred clients to community resources for specialized testing and treatment.
- Precepted nursing students for Community Health clinical rotation, 4 semesters.
Post-Operative Home Health Nurse Case Manager
HCN Home Health
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Created care plans, completed initial intake assessments, and fulfilled discharges for post-operative patients receiving skilled nursing and ancillary services at home.
- Oversaw 3-6 LVNs & ADNs to ensure quality of nursing services & patient care, complete documentation, and progress toward patient goals.
- Facilitated communication with providers to update care plans ensuring patient well-being, safety, pain/infection control, and healing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - English/Technical Writing
Tarleton State University
12.1999
Skills
- Registered Nurse - TX / Compact License
- AHA BLS/CPR Instructor
- Current APNA Member
- Preceptor / Nurse Educator
- IV & Phlebotomy
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Professional proficiency in Spanish
- Some Recent CNEs:
~Opioid/Stimulant Use & Co-Occurring Disorders
~Opioid Treatment
~SUDs and Pregnancy
~Harm Reduction in SUDs
~Empowerment in Substance Use
Personal Service
~United Methodist Church mission leader/coordinator
~VITAS Hospice respite volunteer
~Tarrant County Medical Reserve Corps
~Women's Center of Tarrant County adult literacy tutor
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Addictions/Behavioral Health
AAC: Greenhouse Treatment Center
08.2023 - Current
School Nurse
Birdville ISD
07.2018 - 07.2023
Public Health Registered Nurse
Denton County Public Health
04.2016 - 07.2018
Post-Operative Home Health Nurse Case Manager
HCN Home Health
10.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Arts - English/Technical Writing
Tarleton State University
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