Lisa Dovenbarger
Crestline,OH
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse, with a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care, skilled in emergency response and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and strong clinical judgment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Liberty Nursing Center
Mansfield, OH
09.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to inform care plans and enhance patient outcomes.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and procedures, supporting timely decision-making in patient care.
- Oversaw night shift operations as charge nurse, ensuring optimal patient care and staff coordination.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Galion Community Hospital
Galion, OH
07.2004 - 04.2025
- Oversaw operations as charge nurse across medical/surgical, ICU, and ED units.
- Managed patient care and triage in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify critical conditions and prioritize interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff, nursing students and new physicians in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere. Preceptor class completed.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Documented treatments delivered, monitored for reactions to treatments and medications, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Oversaw care and monitoring of high-acuity patients on life support, ensuring safe administration of high-risk medications.
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided emergency care to diverse patient populations in high-pressure environments in a travel nurse and charge nurse role.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes during critical situations.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance treatment efficiency and safety standards.
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through meticulous documentation of patient records and treatment plans.
Education
Associate of Science -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marion Technical College
Marion, OH06-2009
Skills
- Strong clinical judgement
- BLS/ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- SANE training
- Preceptor Course
- Exceptional direct patient care: including assessments, continued monitoring for changes in status/condition, medication administration and evaluation, documentation, patient advocate, patient/family education, effective communication with physicians and health care team
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Liberty Nursing Center
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
10.2019 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Galion Community Hospital
07.2004 - 04.2025
Associate of Science -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Marion Technical College