Ella Davidson
Atkins,VA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse bringing 51 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 17 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Operating specialty. Offering expertise with Mental Health specialty. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Part Time ED Nurse at Smyth County Community Hosp.
Ballad Health System
08.2005 - 10.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Cared for as many as 12 patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Director of Nursing Services
Department Of Correction, Virginia
04.2003 - 07.2015
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Planned and assigned workload to 20 + -person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Evaluated work performance of 20 + nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Reviewed JCAHO standards and coordinated inspections.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Reviewed Correctional Standards and coordinated Correctional Staff for compliance.
- Worked with other staff to ensure JCAHO standards were in compliance.
RNCB (Registered Nurse Clinician B)
Department Of Corrections (State Of Virginia)
03.1999 - 02.2003
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- 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.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Observed Nursing staff and completed evaluations on nursing staff as per policy.
- Attended administrative meeting as needed for Director of Nursing.
- Assisted in hiring new staff.
- Scheduled new staff for orientation to department.
- Completed initial 3 month evaluation of new staff.
- Worked closely with all departments to ensure quality care for inmates.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
Registered Nurse (Retrieved Housing Units)
Department Of Correction
10.1988 - 02.1999
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room Supervisor
Wythe County Community Hospital
03.1980 - 10.1988
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Completed all mandatory evaluations for O.R. staff, Central Sterile Supply staff; Recovery Room staff and Outpatient Surgery department.
- Attended all mandatory training.
- Attended all meeting with administrative nursing staff.
- Completed all quality assurance audits per monthly. Reported to committee.
- Monitored all post-op infections (which occurred within established time frame). Reported to infection control committee and investigated possible reason for infection.
Operating Room; Recovery Room & Central Sterile Su
Wythe County Community Hospital
02.1972 - 02.1980
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Created and implemented medical equipment training programs.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-operative care.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Evenings
T.K. Mckee Hospital
05.1970 - 02.1972
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA06.1970
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School
Glade Spring, VA06.1968
Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Assessments
- Specimen Test Interpretation
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Prioritizing Patients
- Patient Stabilization
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Electronic Medical Record
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Nursing Assignments
- Medical Histories and Vital
- Nasogastric Tube Insertion
- Physical Evaluations
- Cardiac Arrest
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Nurse Management
- Ng Tube
- Routine Examinations
- Blood Product Transfusion
- High Blood Pressure Management
- Medicine Administration
- Emergency Medical Procedures
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Specimen Preparation
- Update Electronic Charts
- Microsoft Office
- Performing Lab Tests
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Drug Activity
- Supporting Daily Living Nee
- Disease Processes
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Manage Cases
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Psychological Interventions
- Infection Control Policies
- Administer Medication
- Delegation and Motivation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Therapy and Counseling
- IV Line Administration
- Acute Illness
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Patient and Family Interaction
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Clear Patient Communication
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Crisis Resolution
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Wound Care
- Documentation
- Patient Consultation
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
- Surgical Assistance
- Treatment Preparation
- Patient Examination
- Vitals Monitoring
- Needs Assessment
- Time Management
- Sanitation
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Organizational Skills
- Training Staff
- Adaptability
- Medical Supply Management
- Time Management Abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Accurate Documentation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Collecting Vitals
- Diabetes Management
- Professionalism
- Self Motivation
- Cardiac Monitors
- Procedure Assistance
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Excellent Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Effective Communication
- Test Interpretations
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Protocols
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Intake and Discharge
- Interpersonal Skills
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Decision-Making
Timeline
Part Time ED Nurse at Smyth County Community Hosp.
Ballad Health System
08.2005 - 10.2021
Director of Nursing Services
Department Of Correction, Virginia
04.2003 - 07.2015
RNCB (Registered Nurse Clinician B)
Department Of Corrections (State Of Virginia)
03.1999 - 02.2003
Registered Nurse (Retrieved Housing Units)
Department Of Correction
10.1988 - 02.1999
Registered Nurse, Operating Room Supervisor
Wythe County Community Hospital
03.1980 - 10.1988
Operating Room; Recovery Room & Central Sterile Su
Wythe County Community Hospital
02.1972 - 02.1980
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Evenings
T.K. Mckee Hospital
05.1970 - 02.1972
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
High School Diploma -
Patrick Henry High School
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