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MaryAlice Davis

Wilson,North Carolina

Summary

Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of enhancing patient recovery at Wilson Medical Center by implementing individualized care plans. Skilled in workplace safety and fostering trust through compassionate care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction and efficiently conduct pre-employment screenings, merging technical proficiency with empathetic patient interactions.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Occupational Health

Wilson Medical Center
03.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and conducting regular evaluations.
  • Conducted pre-employment physicals and screenings to ensure candidate fitness for job requirements.
  • Established a strong rapport with employees, fostering trust in the nursing role as a key resource for occupational health support.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care.

Registered Nurse Staff, PACU

Wayne UNC Health Care
06.2017 - 04.2020
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

RN PACU, Infusion, CM, UR

Wilson Medical Center
03.2000 - 06.2016
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • 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 treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Concurrent reviews for Medical Necessity for Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance Plans.
  • Communication with Providers regarding medical necessity for approval or denial of inpatient medical stays
  • Data abstraction and reporting from medical records on CMS Quality Measures (MI, Pneumonia, CHF, and SCIP )

Education

GED -

Wilson Technical Community College
Wilson NC

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Wilson Technical Community College
Wilson NC
05-1991

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Hazard identification
  • Drug and alcohol testing
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
  • Data Abstraction for CMS Quality Measures
  • Interqual Understanding

Timeline

Registered Nurse Occupational Health

Wilson Medical Center
03.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse Staff, PACU

Wayne UNC Health Care
06.2017 - 04.2020

RN PACU, Infusion, CM, UR

Wilson Medical Center
03.2000 - 06.2016

GED -

Wilson Technical Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Wilson Technical Community College
MaryAlice Davis