Dwain Walker
Fresno,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse and clinical leader with broad experience in cardiovascular care, emergency nursing, home health, quality improvement, and clinical resource management. Known for coordinating interdisciplinary teams, supporting safe patient care, and improving workflows, supply use, and staff readiness across varied care settings.
Overview
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Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Cardiovascular Clinical Resource Director
HealthTrust
Sugar Land, TX
07.2020 - Current
- The position is responsible for establishing and leading the supply expense agenda for the clinical resource management program across multiple hospitals. The Division Clinical Resource Director is responsible for driving positive change through program definition and leading initiatives that support the healthcare organization’s clinical expense agenda. Reviewed and optimized the group purchasing organization’s contract portfolio and developed and executed product standardization for the entire division. The Division Clinical Resource Director has a broad enterprise and segment influence and that builds strategic alliances with Supply Chain and Hospital Executive Leadership at the Corporate, Division and Facility level to execute successfully the Supply Chain Operations plan. Demonstrated confidence, independent action, initiative, a sense of urgency, and decision-making skills.
- Directed clinical operations and resource management for cardiovascular services across multiple facilities, optimizing patient care and cost-effectiveness. Worked with the division supply chain team to implement the strategic direction of supply expense management within the facility.
- Led the division's clinical supply chain management initiatives, ensuring the effective distribution of medical supplies and equipment across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Developed and executed resource utilization strategies to improve cost-efficiency and reduce waste, supporting clinical departments in maintaining quality patient care.
- Utilized data analytics to identify and resolve supply chain issues and improve overall performance.
- Analyzed performance metrics and financial data to support strategic decisions, ensuring quality care while optimizing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to assess needs and source high-quality, cost-effective products, aligning procurement with division-wide standards.
- Partnered with clinical leaders to identify opportunities for standardizing supplies, reducing variability and optimizing resource allocation.
- Analyzed data on inventory use and costs, providing insights that informed procurement decisions and supply chain optimizations.
- Established partnerships with hospital executives and physicians to enhance collaboration.
- Led initiatives to reduce supply chain costs, negotiating vendor contracts and identifying alternative suppliers to maximize budget utilization.
- Developed collaborative relationships with hospital leadership, physicians, and clinical staff to align resources with divisional goals, and enhance overall effectiveness.
Home Health Nurse RN-PRN
Bright Star
Friendswood, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health conditions, including vital signs, physical and mental status, and the home environment.
- Monitored and documented changes in the patient's condition, adjusting care plan to meet evolving needs.
- Administer medications as prescribed and ensure patients understand proper dosages and administration.
- Educated patients and family members on effective medication management and recognition of potential side effects.
- Administer intravenous medications, fluids, and nutrition when necessary.
- Manage and treat wounds, surgical incisions, and pressure sores.
- Managed and maintained catheters, ostomy sites, and drainage systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessment findings, care provided, and changes in the patient's condition.
- Outlined key duties and functions related to patient care.
Cath Lab Nurse Manager /Nurse Circulator
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, HCA Houston Southeast (Bayshore Medical Center)
Pasadena, TX
06.2016 - 07.2020
- Supported interventional cardiology procedures, including pacemaker insertions, ablations, structural heart cases, and coronary interventions.
- Supported cardiac catheterization procedures, including angiograms, angioplasty, and stent placements.
- Assisted cardiologists in preparing patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications and sedation to ensure readiness for procedures.
- Monitored hemodynamic and ECG data during procedures, identifying arrhythmias and other changes to facilitate timely interventions.
- Maintained sterile field and assisted with equipment setup in line with infection control protocols.
- Completed pre- and post-procedure assessments, watched for complications, and gave discharge instructions.
- Provided real-time support to the cardiology team to maintain smooth procedure flow and patient safety.
Quality Department Manager
Bayshore Medical Center| HCA Houston Southeast
Pasadena, TX
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Roles and responsibilities:
- Quality management and performance improvement
- Prepared the facility for Joint Commission surveys by ensuring compliance with standards.
- Formulate and edit action plans submitted to TJC post surveys
- Directed root cause analysis for hospital acquired conditions (HAC) and developed action plans to mitigate HACs.
- Led mortality reviews for severe sepsis and septic shock cases, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Co-chair for Code Blue, Sepsis, and Accreditation Readiness committees
- National Cardiac Data Registry (NCDR) data registry manager for facility: CATH PCI, ACTION registry, ICD registry, CAS registry, cardiovascular surgery data manager for STS registry.
- Patient safety program development and implementation
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and failure mode analysis (FMEA)
- Incident reporting systems and safety event investigations
- Standardized care processes organization-wide through policy development.
- High-reliability organization (HRO) principles.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Bayshore Medical Center
Pasadena, TX
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Roles and responsibilities:
- Led nursing team in the emergency department, ensuring efficient patient care delivery.
- Oversaw daily operations and patient flow in the emergency department, ensuring optimal staff coverage and resource allocation.
- Provided high-quality, rapid assessment and treatment to patients in a fast-paced emergency setting.
- Coordinated patient triage, admissions, and discharges, enhancing department workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Mentored and supported ER nursing staff, providing guidance on patient care protocols and emergency interventions.
- Acted as a liaison between nurses, physicians, and hospital administration to address operational issues promptly.
- Trained and mentored new nurses and nursing students, providing guidance on emergency care protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- Facilitated orientation sessions and hands-on training to ensure proficiency in triage, patient assessment, and critical care techniques.
- Monitored and assessed new nurses' progress, providing feedback to develop clinical confidence and competence.
- Specialized in caring for critically injured patients in a high-stakes trauma environment.
- Monitored vital signs, managed life-support equipment, and provided complex wound care for trauma patients.
- Executed trauma protocols with trauma surgeons and multidisciplinary teams.
- Led patient stabilization efforts, including airway management, CPR, and advanced life support in urgent scenarios.
- Delivered specialized care to pediatric patients in a high-acuity emergency setting.
- Provided age-appropriate care, including pain management, procedural support, and family education.
- Worked with a healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
Baytown, TX
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Provided high-quality, rapid assessment and treatment to patients in a fast-paced emergency setting.
- Led daily operations and patient flow in the emergency department, optimizing staff coverage and resource allocation.
- Oversaw daily operations and patient flow in the emergency department, ensuring optimal staff coverage and resource allocation.
- Coordinated patient triage, admissions, and discharges, enhancing department efficiency and elevating patient satisfaction.
- Mentored and supported ER nursing staff, providing guidance on patient care protocols and emergency interventions.
- Facilitated communication among nurses, physicians, and hospital administration to resolve operational issues efficiently.
- Trained and mentored new nurses and nursing students, providing guidance on emergency care protocols, procedures, and best practices.
- Facilitated orientation sessions and hands-on training to ensure proficiency in triage, patient assessment, and critical care techniques.
- Monitored and assessed new nurses' progress, providing constructive feedback to foster clinical confidence and competence.
- Acted as a resource for questions on ER protocols, fostering an environment of learning and professional growth.
- Delivered specialized care to pediatric patients in a high-acuity emergency setting.
- Provided age-appropriate care, including pain management, procedural support, and family education.
- Specialized in caring for critically injured patients in a high-stakes trauma environment.
- Monitored vital signs, managed life-support equipment, and provided complex wound care for trauma patients.
- Executed trauma protocols and collaborated with trauma surgeons and multidisciplinary teams.
- Led patient stabilization efforts, including airway management, CPR, and advanced life support in urgent scenarios.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
Mainland Medical Center
Texas City, TX
05.2009 - 09.2009
- Roles and responsibilities:
- Providing Evidenced-based nursing care including assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing plan of care for patients undergoing outpatient procedures
- Patient care before and after same-day surgery
- Administered medications, IVs, and performed catheter insertions and airway management, enhancing patient care quality.
- Delivered emergency nursing care in high-pressure situations, successfully stabilizing patients and ensuring safety.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated comfort for patients and families during challenging recoveries, improving overall patient experience.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Allied Health Agency
Houston, TX
05.2007 - 05.2009
- Delivered evidence-based emergency nursing care through thorough assessment, strategic planning, implementation, and regular review of care plans
- Assess vital signs, pain levels, and clinical changes during emergency care.
- Triage Bayshore Medical Center emergency department patients by acuity and symptoms.
- Administer medications and intravenous therapies per physician orders and protocols.
- Defined team roles to enhance collaboration and patient care delivery
Education
MSN - Nursing Administration
Galen University
Louisville, KY05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX05-2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lee College
Baytown, TX05-2004
Skills
- Trauma nursing care
- Cardiovascular nursing
- Cath Lab support
- Patient Outcome Tracking
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical Workflow Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff training
- Resource management
- Team leadership
- Strategic planning
- Electronic health reporting
- Microsoft Office
- Skills & Abilities
Personal Information
Title: RN, MSN
Certification
Current Certifications:, BLS, ACLS, Previous Certifications:, PALS-Pediatric Life Support, ADLS- Advance Disaster Life Support, TNCC-Trauma Nursing Core Course
Accomplishments
Employee of the year 2012 Bayshore Medical Center
Timeline
Home Health Nurse RN-PRN
Bright Star
06.2023 - Current
Division Cardiovascular Clinical Resource Director
HealthTrust
07.2020 - Current
Cath Lab Nurse Manager /Nurse Circulator
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, HCA Houston Southeast (Bayshore Medical Center)
06.2016 - 07.2020
Quality Department Manager
Bayshore Medical Center| HCA Houston Southeast
07.2014 - 06.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Bayshore Medical Center
01.2010 - 07.2014
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
Mainland Medical Center
05.2009 - 09.2009
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Allied Health Agency
05.2007 - 05.2009
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
01.2005 - 12.2010
MSN - Nursing Administration
Galen University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lee College