Gwendolyn Davis
Comanche
Summary
My ability to balance both clinical and leadership skills with excellent patient focused care has led me to a successful and varied nursing career. I have gained a reputation as a caring, reliable and flexible nurse; who is able to adapt in all situations, is highly skilled and pays close attention to detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Nurse
Vighter Medical Group
Killeen, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Provide healthcare services to individuals detained by DHS/ICE during deportation flights. Provide complex and comprehensive nursing care for detainees. Conduct initial assessments, assure provision of care, document all plans, assessments and care provided.
- Provide inflight nursing, review medical records to determine if detainees are capable of flying.
- Coordinated logistics for multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring effective communication throughout detainees' transfers by air.
- Maintain highest regard for patients' dignity, observe precepts of AHA's Patient Bill of Rights.
- Document patient-centered health care in the required electronic health care record in a timely manner, and and in compliance with the contract policy and guidance.
- Medications administered as prescribed, provide urgent first responder care as needed.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and information as well as personally identifiable information and HIPAA regulations.
Staff RN- Med/Surg & ER
Hamilton General Hospital
Hamilton, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in ER and Med/Surg, evaluated patient needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained efficient patient flow.
- Utilize my strong assessment skills to provide high-quality care and intervene with treatment in a timely manner.
- Administer medications through various routes. Monitor rhythms and provide appropriate interventions according to protocol and doctor’s orders.
- Utilize strong assessment skills to provide high-quality care and intervene with treatment in a timely manner.
- Provided leadership and support to team members, fostering effective performance and ensuring quality nursing care for all patients.
- Provide leadership and support to other team members to promote effective performance and quality nursing care to all patients.
- Monitored patients continuously, documented care, and communicated with families and interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient-centered care.
RN- Surgery, CM/UR, DMC
Comanche Co. Medical Center
Comanche, TX
07.2018 - 06.2024
- Surgery- Provided care for patients receiving various surgical procedures through the entire process; Pre-op, OR and PACU.
- Obtained surgical and anesthesia consents on the day of surgery. Prepared patients for surgical procedure, started IV, administered IV fluids and medications as prescribed by the physician or CRNA.
- Obtained surgical and anesthesia consents on the day of surgery. Prepared patients for surgical procedures, started IVs, and administered IV fluids and medications prescribed by the physician or CRNA.
- Verified that pre-admission testing was completed and results reported to CRNA, physician and cleared for surgery.
- Ensured patient safety until stable and ready for discharge home or transfer to Med/Surg.
- Doctor’s Medical Clinic- Registered patients upon arrival at the clinic; assessed vital signs and current complaints or reason for visit. Reviewed patient medications and updated charts with current medical, surgical and social history. Prepared patients for exams and treatments. Ordered medications and refills and/or diagnostic labs and imaging. Assisted doctor in minor procedures.
- Provided education and training to patients and families. Managed prior authorizations for medications. Sent referrals to specialists and followed up for continuum of care.
- Coordinated with the chronic care department to provide continuous monitoring and patient focused care.
- Case Management/Utilization Review- Facilitated patient care by assessing needs, performing frequent case reviews, checked medical records, evaluating options, creating care plans and coordinating care with physicians, social workers and family. Performed review of all admissions to acute care and observation using InterQual to meet admission criteria.
- Managed patient care coordination between healthcare teams of patients with skilled nursing facilities, long term care, rehabilitation hospitals, medical supply companies, home health and hospice upon discharge planning.
- Provided guidance to physicians on qualification processes on qualification process, medical necessity, treatments and peer to peer review for denials.
- Enhanced clinical outcomes by implementing strategies that increased patient satisfaction and optimized cost effectiveness for the hospital.
- Acted as a patient advocate as it related to insurance coverage and financial assistance. Educated patients and family on the benefits and restrictions of their private healthcare providers, as well as Medicare and Medicaid.
Staff RN-Chronic Care Clinic
GEO Group-Flightline Unit
Big Spring, TX
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Tracked, managed, and provided timely care for patients with chronic medical conditions at this correctional facility.
- Collaborated with physician and PA-C to ensure timely routine visits for chronically ill patients and coordinated offsite consults and follow-ups.
- Worked with the physician and DON to maximize facility infirmary care for chronically ill patients instead of sending offsite.
- Provided relevant patient education during the clinic and ensured that all special needs were addressed.
- Performed routine lab draws for patient testing and monitoring, sick call, med pass, intake evaluations, segregation evaluations, mental health screenings and emergency triage and care.
- Oversaw all clinical operations and nursing services within the facility.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies and best practices.
- Directed nursing staff hiring, onboarding, scheduling, evaluations and performance management.
- Developed and maintained resident care plans and ensured timely assessments.
- Managed medication administration systems for accuracy, safety and compliance.
- Directed quality assurance and improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced care outcomes.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary communication among healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care. to support holistic resident care.
- Acted as the primary clinical point of contact for residents, families, and healthcare partners.
- Maintained infection control standards and safety protocols throughout the facility.
- Prepared for and participated in licensing surveys and implemented corrective actions.
- Monitored clinical documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Mentored and coached nursing and care staff, fostering a supportive environment for professional development.
- Provided delegation training to CNAs for medication administration certification.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis01-2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
Clarkston, WA01-2011
Skills
- Aerospace Nursing
- Critical Care Nursing
- ER
- Med/Surg-Tele
- Patient Transport Care
- Rapid Assessment
- Assessment documentation
- Utilization review
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Flexibility
- Patient Education
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Texas Compact License: 807182
- Expiration Date: 2026-03-31
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
Timeline
Flight Nurse
Vighter Medical Group
03.2026 - Current
Staff RN- Med/Surg & ER
Hamilton General Hospital
06.2024 - Current
RN- Surgery, CM/UR, DMC
Comanche Co. Medical Center
07.2018 - 06.2024
Staff RN-Chronic Care Clinic
GEO Group-Flightline Unit
11.2017 - 05.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Walla Walla Community College
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
Capella University