Nelson Mills
Lilburn,GA
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 30 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Lawrenceville, GA
Lawrence, GA
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with surgeons anesthesia personnel to maximize safe and efficient surgical outcomes.
Staff and Charge RN/OR Circulator
Peachtree Ortho Surgery Center
Atlanta, GA
05.2015 - 11.2019
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and developing individualized care plans.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency, resulting in improved patient satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a system for double-checking medications before administration.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor and adjust treatment plans, improving overall patient health outcomes.
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Piedmont-Rockdale Hospital
Conyers, GA
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Kennestone-Wellstar Hospital
Marrietta,GA
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Peachtree Ortho Surgery Center
Atlanta, GA
03.2001 - 07.2012
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/OR Circulator and IMCU
Piedmonty Hospital
Atlanta, GA
06.1999 - 03.2001
- Increased employee productivity by implementing efficient work processes and time management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and attentive customer service, resulting in increased overall satisfaction.
- Streamlined office operations by organizing filing systems, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
Staff RN
Noble Hospital
West Springfield, MA
05.1998 - 08.1999
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
Staff RN?Telemetry
Dekalb Medical Centwer
Decatur, GA
03.1997 - 04.1998
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/Telemetry
Rockdale Hospital
Conyers, GA
08.1996 - 03.1997
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/Home Health Care
Southeast Alabama Home Health Care
Phoenix City, AL
06.1995 - 05.1996
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/Telemetry
East Alabama Medical Center
Opelika, AL
06.1994 - 07.1995
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Staff RN/Surgical ICU
JACKSON HOSPITAL
Montgomery. AL
01.1994 - 06.1994
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southern Union
Valley, NE11.1993
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Georgia
Athens, GA06.1974
High School Diploma -
Decatur High School
Decatur, GA05.1970
Skills
- Patient Education
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Attention to Detail
- Medication Administration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Lawrenceville, GA
03.2022 - 05.2023
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Piedmont-Rockdale Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2019
Staff and Charge RN/OR Circulator
Peachtree Ortho Surgery Center
05.2015 - 11.2019
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Kennestone-Wellstar Hospital
02.2013 - 05.2015
Staff RN/OR Circulator
Peachtree Ortho Surgery Center
03.2001 - 07.2012
Staff RN/OR Circulator and IMCU
Piedmonty Hospital
06.1999 - 03.2001
Staff RN
Noble Hospital
05.1998 - 08.1999
Staff RN?Telemetry
Dekalb Medical Centwer
03.1997 - 04.1998
Staff RN/Telemetry
Rockdale Hospital
08.1996 - 03.1997
Staff RN/Home Health Care
Southeast Alabama Home Health Care
06.1995 - 05.1996
Staff RN/Telemetry
East Alabama Medical Center
06.1994 - 07.1995
Staff RN/Surgical ICU
JACKSON HOSPITAL
01.1994 - 06.1994
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southern Union
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Georgia
High School Diploma -
Decatur High School