Kathy Dunn

• Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
• Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
• Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
• Instructed nursing staff on proper documentation related to wound care treatments.
• Coordinated with other healthcare professionals in order to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Performed routine skin assessments to identify potential problems or complications with wounds.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds.
• Developed individualized patient-care plans based upon assessment findings.

• Monitored vital signs and provided patient education on proper health care while traveling.
• Maintained a safe environment by adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Administered medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
• Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
• Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
• Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.

• Ran and maintained the COVID lab on the ship.
• Completed all COVID testing of guests and crew under strict time constraints and confidentiality.
• Provided excellent customer care to all guests.
• Provided first aid care as needed.
• Excellent customer service skills dealing with guests on board the cruise ships.
• Maintained a professional attitude, excellent time management skills as we as problem solving skills.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Promoted guest satisfaction through excellent customer service.
• Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
• Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
• Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.

• Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
• Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.

Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to 300-500 patients a day in a clinic and drive through settings. Documented vaccine administration in EMR and EMTrack electronic systems.

• Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
• Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting any discrepancies from shift to shift.
• Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
• Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
• Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.

Managed day to day LTC Operations.

Clinical responsibilities include patient assessment: collecting vital signs, medical/surgical history from patients, medication management, patient teaching, case management, wound care, colostomy/catheter care, and phlebotomy. I work closely with an integrated healthcare team to plan and implement care designed specifically for each patient. I have extensive knowledge in wound care and post-operative care. I am self-sufficient and competent in providing one-on-one care for my patients in the comfort of their own home. Administered flu immunizations seasonally and PRN.

• Performed nasal pharyngeal swabbing for COVID-19.
• Maintained aseptic technique during all procedures.
• Maintained strict confidentiality and HIPPA protocols while providing excellent customer service working with all NBA staff, their affiliates and their families.

• Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
• Identify people that have been exposed to someone who is infected with the COVID-19 virus and explain the quarantine and isolation procedures per CDC guidelines.
• Implementing the protection of the community to stop the further spread of the virus.
• Complying to all Health Dept regulations, including those aimed at protecting personal information.

Assessments, planning, facilitating, care coordination, Utilization management review, evaluations, care plan development and oversight. Advocacy for options and services to meet an individuals and family's comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote patients safety, quality of care, and cost effective outcomes.

• Ensured HIPPA and ACHA compliance.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Trained and mentored new CNA's on best practices, facility policies and standards of care.
• Offered clinical leadership and oversight to 75-bed Alzheimer's Unit including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
• Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.

• Managed daily operations of 3 6-bed assisted living facilities under the ACHA guidelines.
• Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care.
• Coached patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment options and medications.
• Oversaw audits to maintain compliance with local, state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Provided direct patient care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
• Monitored patient interactions to medications, therapies and changes in plans of care.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge functions, including patient management and care coordination.
• Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.

• Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
• Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
• Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
• Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
• Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
• Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.

• Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
• Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
• Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
• Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
• Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
• Assisted in labor and delivery/Mother-Baby unit/Nursery and Post postpartum patients.