Dorothy Witcher
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Empathetic Dialysis Nurse with excellent relationship-building skills to support patients during treatments. Highly knowledgeable with nephrology and hemodialysis practices and training new staff on procedures. Excellent time management skills to maintain efficient patient flow while delivering exceptional care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Dialysis Nurse Manager
ARC Dialysis
Green Cove Springs, FL
09.2016 - 07.2024
- Performed physical assessments of patients, including vital signs and weight measurements.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing dialysis treatments in an effort to reduce anxiety levels.
- Assisted with planning discharges, arranging follow-up appointments and completing discharge paperwork.
- Administered prescribed medications as ordered by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Provided care to acutely ill patients on dialysis treatments in a hospital setting.
- Instructed other staff members on proper techniques for performing acute dialysis nursing duties.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments and interventions, making adjustments as needed.
- Participated in quality assurance activities related to acute dialysis nursing practices.
- Ensured infection control procedures were followed at all times while providing care to patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams regarding patient status updates and changes in condition.
- Maintained accurate medical records and charts according to established standards.
- Evaluated patient outcomes following completion of dialysis treatments using evidence-based practice methods.
- Adhered to policies regarding safety protocols, emergency management and disaster preparedness plans.
- Conducted weekly rounds with team members to discuss patient care needs and plan interventions accordingly.
- Educated patients and families about dialysis treatments, medications, diet plans and lifestyle changes.
- Assisted with ordering supplies for the unit, restocking shelves when necessary.
- Performed venipuncture procedures prior to initiating dialysis treatments in order to obtain blood samples.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Boosted clinical accountability and reduced discrepancies by coordinating with other stakeholders to develop and roll out new flow sheet and forms for dialysis treatment.
- Consulted with patients, collected histories and vitals, ordered labs and interpreted test results.
- Documented patients' assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses and treatment changes.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Dci Dialysis Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
09.2011 - 09.2018
- Provided direct patient care, including assessing and monitoring vital signs, initiating and managing dialysis treatments, administering medications, and reporting changes in patient condition.
Acute Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
Green Cove Springs, FL
09.2012 - 09.2017
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
FCCJ
Jacksonville, FL08-1980
Skills
- Scheduling Coordination
- Nursing supervision
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood Transfusion Administration
Over 40 Years Hemodialysis Dialysis Experience, Over 15 Years Peritoneal Dialysis Experience
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Nurse Manager
ARC Dialysis
09.2016 - 07.2024
Acute Dialysis Charge Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Dialysis
09.2012 - 09.2017
Dialysis Charge Nurse
Dci Dialysis Clinic
09.2011 - 09.2018
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
FCCJ
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