Donna Swinehart
Summary
Dedicated health education professional eager to leverage strong understanding of health promotion principles, theories and best practices. Skilled in creating educational materials and delivering presentations with sharp eye for detail. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with focus on counseling. Personable with strong work ethic. Dependable expert with proven ability to design health education campaigns and programs to raise awareness of health issues. Experienced in assessing need for health education and developing strategies to promote health and wellness. Skilled in teaching, mentoring and developing relationships with individuals to support health initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Educator
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
05.2017 - 04.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Health Educator
Heart To Serve
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced CNA "trainees'' skills by implementing hands-on learning experiences and interactive simulations.
- Improved pass rates for certification exams by providing comprehensive instruction and targeted feedback.
- Developed customized lesson plans to meet the diverse needs of students with varying levels of experience and knowledge.
- Increased student satisfaction by fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that catered to individual needs and goals.
Instructor
ReAct Fast
08.2021 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
Registered Nurse
Sharp Memorial Hospital
06.2009 - 11.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA03.2017
Nursing Diploma Program - Nursing
Methodist School of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA06.2004
Bachelor of Arts -
Harding University
Searcy, AR12.1999
Skills
- Health Education Classes
- Prevention Strategies
- Presentation Skills
- Materials Preparation
- Resource Advocacy
- Class Instruction
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
Member of American Diabetes Care and Education Specialists | 2023
Director of Staff Development | 2023
Member of Sigma Theta Tau | 2020
Angel Award | 2015
Affiliations
- Steward and Contract Specialist for United Nurses Association of California
- Narcan Trainer for the Hope Dealers
- Participate in Charity 5k's, Hot Chocolate Run and Turkey Trot
Certification
California Registered Nurse | 2009
American Heart Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor | 2021
American Heart Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor |2021
American Heart Basic Life Support Instructor | 2021
Director of Staff Development | 2022
Timeline
Nurse Educator
Kaiser Permanente
04.2024 - Current
Health Educator
Heart To Serve
01.2023 - Current
Instructor
ReAct Fast
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
05.2017 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Sharp Memorial Hospital
06.2009 - 11.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Point Loma Nazarene University
Nursing Diploma Program - Nursing
Methodist School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts -
Harding University
California Registered Nurse | 2009
American Heart Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor | 2021
American Heart Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor |2021
American Heart Basic Life Support Instructor | 2021
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