Donna Waterman
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with extensive 18 years experience in clinical judgment, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to delivering individualized care to enhance patient outcomes and promote healing.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Registered Nurse
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
3100 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Assisted in intake assessments to gather vital health information from new residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Supported training of new staff on admissions procedures and nursing best practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during the admissions process.
- Streamlined admissions procedures for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care.
- Provided support to family members during the admission process, addressing concerns and answering questions as needed.
- Directed patient admission and discharge tasks while managing patients and coordinating care.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Princess Anne Health and Rehabilitation
1948 Landstown Center Way, Virginia Beach, VA 2345
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Provided comprehensive wound assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered prescribed wound care treatments and medications per physician directives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote healing.
- Educated patients and families on proper wound care techniques and prevention strategies.
- Monitored patients for signs of infection, ensuring timely interventions as needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Educated family members on proper at-home wound care techniques, promoting self-sufficiency and reducing hospital readmission rates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care and education on wound management.
- Documented patient progress and responses to treatment in electronic health records accurately.
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation & Health Center
1200 Atlantic Shores Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23454
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to medical team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management and rehabilitation processes.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident health statuses, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, contributing to improved quality of care and regulatory compliance.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices in patient care and facility policies.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing patient safety and compliance standards.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Upstate University Hospital
750 E. Adams St., Syracuse, NY 13210
10.2008 - 08.2012
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Surgical, Medical, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery and Burn Critical Care units.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to ensure high standards of nursing practice and patient safety.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare
1656 Champlin Ave., New Hartford, NY 13413
11.2005 - 11.2008
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in fast-paced surgical intensive care unit.
- Utilized advanced monitoring systems to assess vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical events, ensuring timely interventions and optimal patient management strategies.
- Delivered life-saving interventions by swiftly recognizing signs of patient deterioration and responding appropriately to emergencies.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation related to patient history, treatments, interventions, and progress towards goals.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line insertions, arterial lines placements, chest tube insertions, and bronchoscopies.
- Reduced complications and infections through vigilant monitoring of vital signs, sterile technique adherence, and wound care management.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing concerns during post-operative recovery.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Cardiothoracic ICU RN/Coronary Care Unit RN
Albany Medical Center Hospital
43 New Scotland Ave., Albany, NY 12208
10.2001 - 09.2004
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and recovery processes.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY05-1998
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Care coordination
- Geriatric care
- Emergency care
- Disease prevention
- Cardiac care
- Diabetes care
- Hospice care
- Rehabilitation care
- Perioperative care
- End-of-life care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Dementia care
- Patient care assessment
- Patient education
- Clinical documentation
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Physical assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication administration
- Documentation
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Admissions Registered Nurse
Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay
09.2025 - Current
Wound Care Registered Nurse
Princess Anne Health and Rehabilitation
06.2025 - 09.2025
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Atlantic Shores Rehabilitation & Health Center
06.2022 - 06.2025
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Upstate University Hospital
10.2008 - 08.2012
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare
11.2005 - 11.2008
Cardiothoracic ICU RN/Coronary Care Unit RN
Albany Medical Center Hospital
10.2001 - 09.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohawk Valley Community College