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Linda Lisa Owens

Linda Lisa Owens

Registered Nurse
Samson,USA

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4

Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse, PACU

North Walton Doctors Hospital
05.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patient recovery in PACU, ensuring stability and comfort post-anesthesia.
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate smooth transitions from operating room to recovery.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing understanding and compliance.


Director of Emergency Services

North Walton Doctors Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Directed emergency department operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and streamline workflow processes.
  • Assisted with the start-up of a new privately doctor owned hospital including:
  • Development of policies and procedures, FTE’s, staffing grid, and measurable goals
  • Oversaw recruitment efforts, selecting highly skilled professionals to join the Emergency Services team.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute emergency response protocols.
  • Established relationships with community organizations to promote health education and awareness programs.

Director of Nursing

Wiregrass Medical Center
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Supervise staff of more than 50 employees for ER, ICU and Medsurg
  • Schedule and staff all hospital nurses and support staff
  • Guide and assist nursing and support staff
  • Promote staff development through on-going in-service education and training for nursing and support staff
  • Provide IT informatics support for EMR system, CPSI/Evident and EPowerDoc
  • Oversaw nursing operations to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Provide support for creating and modifying hospital policies and procedures
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality and safety.

Nursing Supervisor

Wiregrass Medical Center
03.2019 - 01.2023
  • Same as listed above
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Coordinated patient care activities to enhance efficiency and improve outcomes.

ICU CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Flowers Hospital
01.2015 - 04.2019
  • Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and quality care standards.
  • Led training sessions on new clinical procedures and technologies for nursing staff.
  • Managed resource allocation, optimizing staffing levels to meet patient care needs efficiently.
  • Mentored new hires during orientation programs, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices within the nursing profession.
  • Optimized scheduling systems to increase efficiency while ensuring adequate staffing levels during peak times or high census periods in the unit.
  • Work efficiently with other practical nurses and nursing assistants in the ICU ward while providing clear directions and guidance for procedures and routines.
  • Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families, employing conflict resolution skills to address concerns professionally and effectively.

RN-Case Manager

Gentiva Enterprise
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Coordinated comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized intervention strategies to enhance health outcomes.

RN SICU

Flowers Hospital
04.2013 - 07.2014
  • Provide direct, safe patient care while under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Administered patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Evaluated patient conditions and adjusted care strategies accordingly.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
12.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wallace Community College
Dothan, Al
05.2013

Bachelors of Science - Business Management

Troy University
Dothan, Al
08.1992

Skills

  • Clinical decision-making
  • Ethical decision-making
  • Strong work ethic
  • Nurse education and training
  • Leadership and guidance
  • Clinical leadership
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Quality improvement
  • Care planning

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of ten members in the implementation of an EHR system called EPowerDoc.
  • Supervised team of 10-15 staff members at any one time, overall 50 or more employees.
  • Collaborated with multiple staff members in the development of adequately suppling a new emergency room.
  • Achieved policy and procedure development through effectively creating said P&Ps with the assistance of three staff members for new hospital.

Affiliations

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses

Certification

  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
  • Alabama Compact License
  • CCRN Alumni

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

EPowerDoc

CPSI/Evident

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Cerner

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs

Quote

Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely.
Auguste Rodin

Languages

English
Full Professional

Interests

Serve on Children's Committee for Church

Lead Children's Church

Serve on Music Minister Search Committee

Former Children's Minister Search Committee

Timeline

Registered Nurse, PACU

North Walton Doctors Hospital
05.2025 - Current

Director of Emergency Services

North Walton Doctors Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2025

Director of Nursing

Wiregrass Medical Center
03.2023 - 04.2024

Nursing Supervisor

Wiregrass Medical Center
03.2019 - 01.2023

ICU CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

Flowers Hospital
01.2015 - 04.2019

RN-Case Manager

Gentiva Enterprise
07.2014 - 01.2015

RN SICU

Flowers Hospital
04.2013 - 07.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Wallace Community College

Bachelors of Science - Business Management

Troy University

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama
Linda Lisa OwensRegistered Nurse
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