LYNN DAVIS
Covenant Medical Center
Lubbock
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience
Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care. Proven success in implementing care plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Strong skills in patient assessment and emergency response.
Work History
Charge Nurse, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
10 Years- Served as a preceptor to new nursing staff on the unit.
- Advocated for a safe work environment by adhering to infection control protocols and promoting hand hygiene practices.
- Advocated for patients' needs and ensured they received appropriate care and resources.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm, focused, and providing life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with case managers to facilitate smooth transitions between hospital, home care, and rehabilitation settings.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their unique needs.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing complex procedures such as wound care, IV administration, and medication management.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Educated patients on disease management and medication administration to promote self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Engaged in professional development activities to enhance clinical skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Supervised staff to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
- Coordinated physician rounding and facilitated effective communication.
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with standards, improving quality of care.
- Managed scheduling to optimize staffing and meet patient needs.
- Assisted staff and delegated responsibilities, enhancing workflow.
- Prioritized patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly.
- Monitored budget to maximize resource utilization.
- Implemented infection control protocols to reduce risks.
- Addressed risk management issues proactively.
- Cultivated a stable and functional work environment.
- Focused on building trust among staff and prioritizing their needs.
- Advocated for both staff and patients.
- Developed educational materials to enhance staff knowledge.
- Monitored admissions and discharges for smooth transitions.
Charge Nurse/Staff RN, COVID-19 Unit
1 Year- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their unique needs.
- Supervised staff, coordinated patient care, and facilitated physician rounding to optimize healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined scheduling, assisted staff, and delegated tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Ensured high levels of patient satisfaction through proactive management and addressing concerns promptly.
- Monitored infection control and risk management issues, implementing preventive measures to minimize risks.
- Established a stable and functional work environment conducive to teamwork and collaboration.
- Managed admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions of care for patients.
- Conducted regular monitoring of Pyxis system, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain accurate medication management.
Staff RN, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
1 Year 6 Months- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure continuity of care for orthopedic patients throughout their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop tailored exercise programs for orthopedic patients, improving mobility and function.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills when liaising with patients, families, and healthcare team members in the orthopedic setting.
- Introduced, negotiated, and implemented new projects, expanding the scope of engagement within the unit.
- Fostered effective cooperation and communication with physicians, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to standards.
- Strategically planned and executed methods to achieve operational goals and targets efficiently.
- Provided strong leadership to nursing personnel, enhancing team performance and morale.
- Conducted primary care, assessments, and evaluations for orthopedic patients, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
- Proficiently performed vital sign monitoring, glucose testing, and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Assisted patients with essential activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming.
Nurse Aide/Tech, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
1 Year 8 Months- Provided compassionate care and assistance to patients, facilitating their movement and comfort within various settings.
- Responsively addressed patient needs by promptly answering call lights and adjusting environmental factors for safety and comfort.
- Conducted blood glucose testing and accurately recorded results, contributing to the monitoring of patient health indicators.
- Assisted patients with essential activities of daily living, including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding, and elimination.
- Created a calming and supportive environment, promoting patient well-being and emotional comfort.
- Delivered direct patient care aimed at enhancing comfort and well-being through various means, including personal hygiene and rehabilitation support.
- Facilitated patient mobility through assistance with transfer and ambulation, promoting physical activity and independence.
- Supported nurses in wound care procedures, contributing to the healing and prevention of pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
Education
BSN
RN Diploma of Nursing
Skills
Crisis Management
Staff Supervision
Patient Care Management
Physician Rounding
Staff Assistance
Task Delegation
Patient Satisfaction Assurance
Budget Monitoring
Infection Control
Risk Management
Stable Work Environment Creation
Trust-Building
Educational Presentations (Poster
PowerPoint)
Admissions and Discharges Monitoring
Pyxis System Monitoring
Project Introduction/Implementation
Strategic Planning
Primary Care Assessment
Evaluation
Injection A
Medicatiom administration
Grooming Assistance
Comforting Environment Provision
Direct Patient Care
Patient Transfer
Vital Sign Monitoring
Wound Care
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Empathy
Compassion
Emotional Intelligence
Conflict Resolution
Critical Thinking
Decision-Making
Flexibility
Interpersonal Skills
Attention to Detail
Patient Advocacy
Creativity
Resilience
Decision-making
Clinical leadership
Care coordination
Team leadership
Compassionate and patient
Calm and composed
Medication administration
Mentoring and coaching
Patient care
Staff supervision
HIPAA compliance
Staff training
Patient assessments
Staff scheduling
Staff management
Direct patient care
Patient advocacy
Quality improvement
Staff education
Work Planning and Prioritization
Staff education and training
Duty delegation
Discharge planning
Personal integrity
Patient management
Rapport building
Care plan management
Medication distribution
Plan of action implementation
Patient care standards
Issue resolution
Nursing expertise
Nursing care coordination
Documenting observations
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Performance evaluations
Ethical practice
Licensed RN
Unit management
Health education
Patient care assignment
Procedure development
Employee performance
Patient care planning
Chronic disease management
Data collection
EMR systems
Indirect patient care
Process evaluation
Medical record auditing
Clinical instruction
Training and development
Clinical training
Resource allocation
Performance management
Shared governance
Quality assurance controls
Care quality evaluation
Healthcare optimization
Friendly and outgoing
Verbal and written communication
Goal driven
Safety and security procedures
Patient care management
Nurse and CNA supervision
Patient record auditing
Nurse training
Patient admitting
Continuum of care coordination
Nursing intervention adjustment
Healthcare technology
Team development and management
Charting and documenting
Care and discharge planning
Evidence-based nursing
Critical thinking
Medication and IV administration
Training staff
Wound care
Patient and family advocacy
Attention to detail
Delegation and motivation
Monitoring vital signs
Strong clinical judgment
Student precepting
Compassionate and caring
Documentation
Patient care assessment
Certified in CPR/AED
Infection control
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing License 01/2015 - Present
- Med-Surg Certification ANCC
- BLS Certification American Heart Association
- ACLS Certification American Heart Association
- KCI Wound Vacuum Certification
- Leadership Academy
AWARDS
South 6 Orthopedic Unit Nurse of the Year 2021, Employee of the Month, Orthopedics 10/2019, Values in Action Nominee 2018, Employee of the Month, Orthopedics 05/2016, Values in Action Nominee 2016, Daisy Award 2016, 2024, Healing Hands Award 2014
Timeline
Charge Nurse/Staff RN, COVID-19 Unit
Covenant Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021Read More
Charge Nurse, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
Covenant Medical Center
07.2016 - CurrentRead More
Staff RN, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
Covenant Medical Center
01.2015 - 07.2016Read More
Nurse Aide/Tech, Mercy 6 Orthopedic Trauma
Covenant Medical Center
04.2013 - 12.2014Read More
Covenant School of Nursing
RN Diploma of Nursing
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Lubbock Christian University
BSN
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