Jan Dover
fort mill
Summary
Experienced RN specializing in comprehensive patient care management and education. Proven ability to develop tailored care plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, driving improved patient outcomes and optimizing treatment strategies.
Experienced with patient care management in fast-paced medical environments. Utilizes advanced nursing skills to ensure high standards of care and patient safety. Track record of effective communication and collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
Rock Hill, SC
03.2020 - 02.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating with healthcare teams effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
RN Case Manager
American Rehabilitation
Rock Hill, SC
06.2005 - 12.2019
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, enhancing understanding and self-care capabilities.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance service delivery and streamline case management processes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
RN
DHEC
Rock Hill, SC
02.1990 - 01.2005
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and medication adherence strategies.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and promote best practices in patient care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and facilitate timely interventions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN Staff Nurse
Medical Associates, PA
Rock Hill, SC
08.1988 - 03.1990
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Administered vaccinations and conducted health screenings for early detection of illnesses or diseases among patients.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
RN Floor Nurse
Piedmont Medical Center
Rock Hill, SC
05.1986 - 02.1990
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and hospital protocols.
- Managed patient flow and prioritized care tasks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on [Type] floor.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Certificate - Life Care Planning
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN06-2006
No Degree - General Studies
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05-1982
Associate of Science - Nursing
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC05-1986
Skills
- Mental health care
- Clinical judgment
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric nursing
- Cardiac care
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Medication and IV administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient condition monitoring
- Patient care assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring vital signs
- Documentation
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- BLS instructor Training -
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
03.2020 - 02.2024
RN Case Manager
American Rehabilitation
06.2005 - 12.2019
RN
DHEC
02.1990 - 01.2005
RN Staff Nurse
Medical Associates, PA
08.1988 - 03.1990
RN Floor Nurse
Piedmont Medical Center
05.1986 - 02.1990
Certificate - Life Care Planning
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
No Degree - General Studies
Winthrop University
Associate of Science - Nursing
York Technical College