Donna Silika
Salmon,ID
Summary
Experienced nurse with a strong background in management, direct patient care, staff supervision, and departmental operations. With eleven years of diverse experience in the field, I have honed my skills in providing high-quality care and ensuring the smooth functioning of healthcare facilities. My expertise lies in long-term care, successfully managing and coordinating various aspects of patient services. Dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes, committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Travel Consultant
Consulting Resources
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health status by gathering pertinent information from various sources including medical records, laboratory results, diagnostic imaging reports, and direct observations.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records, medication administration, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Enhanced patient care by providing expert advice and recommendations on nursing practices and policies.
- Advocated for policy changes within the organization to enhance the overall quality of patient care and improve nursing practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Streamlined nursing processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based best practices.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- 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.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Steele Memorial Medical Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying pertinent data that informed care plan development and intervention implementation.
- Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Assisted physicians during bedside procedures, ensuring proper equipment was available, promoting patient safety, and enhancing overall clinical outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
RN Traveler Interim DON
Consulting Resources
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient health status by gathering pertinent information from various sources including medical records, laboratory results, diagnostic imaging reports, and direct observations.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records, medication administration, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by enforcing strict adherence to infection control protocols, medication administration guidelines, and patient privacy regulations.
- Enhanced patient care by providing expert advice and recommendations on nursing practices and policies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
RN Traveler LTC
Core Medical Group
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to meet patients'' specific needs.
RN Traveler LTC
Fusion Medical Staffing
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Charge nurse duties to include medication administration and wound care
- Perform lab draws and initiate IV access as ordered
- Experience with Covid positive patients
- Input medication and wound care orders as needed
- Completed admissions and discharges
- Update care plans and complete daily assessments as needed
- Collaborate with on call physicians as changes in patient condition dictate
- Supervise staff and delegate duties appropriately
RN/ADON, Wellness Director ALF
Discovery Rehabilitation and Living
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Wound care nurse for skilled nursing and assisted living facility
- Perform blood draws and IVs as ordered
- Input medication and wound care orders as needed
- Complete all admissions and discharges
- Active in case management
- Update/create care plans as needed and facilitate care plan meetings for all residents
- Initiate behavior management plans as needed
- Manage assisted living facility
- Complete and investigate all incidents and accidents for facility to include state reporting as needed
- Participate in QI Committee, Monthly Doctor Rounds, Pharmacy Review and Behavioral Health Committee
LPN/ADON, Wellness Director ALF
Discovery Rehabilitation and Living
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Wound care nurse for skilled nursing and assisted living facility
- Charge nurse for up to 36 residents with heavy medication administration
- Perform weekly skin assessments and daily full body assessments for certain residents
- Complete lab draws as ordered
- Input medication orders and complete reports as required
- Perform all quarterly assessments for the Assisted Living side of the facility and yearly negotiated service contracts
- Complete and investigate all incidents and accidents for facility to include state reporting as needed
LVN
Highland Springs Surgical Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Pre-op, OR and PACU LVN in a multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center
- Responsible for admitting patients and obtaining a complete health history and preparing all patients for surgery
- Administration of pre-op medications, vitals, 12 lead EKGs, and establishing IV access
- Assisted pain Doctor with all procedures as required and Ophthalmologist with all laser procedures
- Collaborated with all members of the health care team to ensure patient safety and appropriate patient outcomes
- Assisted RN Circulator in the OR during Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Urology, and GYN procedures
- Gave report to Surgeons and Anesthesiologists as needed
- Recovered patients post operatively and discharged when criteria were met with the collaboration of the RN
- Performed Pre-Op screening calls and Post-Op follow up calls
- Participated in QI and Infection Control Committees
Business Office Manager
Highland Springs Surgical Center
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Managed five or more employees to ensure that the Business Office ran smoothly and billing was correct and submitted in a timely fashion
- Responsible for collections and claims follow-up
- Completed Physician Credentialing and maintained physician and employee files
- Provided financial reporting and bank reconciliations to management company for review
- Involved in QA committee and active in all phases of Business Office Management
- Participated in Joint Commission accreditation surveys
- Active in payer contract negotiations and understand medical insurance payers and policies very well
Education
ASN -
Excelsior College
Albany, NY10.2019
LVN - Nursing
Summit College
10.2013
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Quality improvement
- Geriatric nursing
- Ethical practice
- Healthcare policy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Compassionate and caring
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Life Support Certification (PALS)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification
Timeline
RN Travel Consultant
Consulting Resources
12.2024 - Current
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
09.2024 - 12.2024
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
05.2024 - 07.2024
RN, Medical-Surgical
Steele Memorial Medical Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
RN Traveler LTC
Mountain Medical Staffing
05.2023 - 08.2023
RN Traveler Interim DON
Consulting Resources
01.2023 - 04.2023
RN Traveler LTC
Core Medical Group
10.2022 - 01.2023
RN Traveler LTC
Fusion Medical Staffing
10.2021 - 09.2022
RN/ADON, Wellness Director ALF
Discovery Rehabilitation and Living
01.2020 - 09.2021
LPN/ADON, Wellness Director ALF
Discovery Rehabilitation and Living
07.2016 - 01.2020
LVN
Highland Springs Surgical Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Business Office Manager
Highland Springs Surgical Center
01.2009 - 01.2016
ASN -
Excelsior College
LVN - Nursing
Summit College
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