Donna J. Stallings RN

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and compliance.
• Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
• Ensured adherence to healthcare regulations and safety protocols in all operations.
• Assisted with workmen's comp injury assessment and job modification.
• Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers effectively.
• Actively listens to concerns from both patients and staff members regarding issues related to patient care.
• Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians or other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments.
• Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in nursing practice.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
• Maintained current knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices in order to promote compliance within the organization.
• Ensured that all documentation met legal requirements before submission.
• Served as an active member on committees focused on improving quality initiatives at the facility level.

• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with procedures.
• Assessed patients, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, progress and medication side effects.
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results including drug screens.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
• Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
• Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.

Executed contracts ranging from 13 weeks with numerous hospitals while employed by travel companies.
Adapted to different healthcare settings during short-duration assignments to maintain service standards.
Applied established skills consistently across various hospital environments for effective performance.

Locations:

North Carolina

Florida

Alabama