Nichole Davenport
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Forward-thinking professional with solid history of accomplishment in settings. Keep operations smooth and consistent to maintain company stability and sustainability. Articulate and personable leader with excellent program management, strategic planning, and operational oversight abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director of Pediatrics
LHC Group
Lake Charles, LA
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Reviewed monthly financial statements for accuracy before presenting them for approval by the board of directors.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintained positive relationships with media outlets to increase visibility of organizational activities.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Collaborated with external vendors to provide cost-effective solutions for services such as IT support or human resources management.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
- Created a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and encourages employee engagement.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
- Performed risk assessments across multiple areas of operations in order to identify potential issues before they arise.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Authored reports outlining progress on projects or initiatives for senior leadership review.
- Oversaw day-to-day administrative tasks related to personnel files or payroll processing.
- Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
- Recruited, hired, and trained employees on operations and performance expectations.
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
- Reviewed and approved annual operating and capital budgets for company.
- Recommended appropriate staffing techniques to meet demands and manage costs.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
Team Leader for Pediatrics
LHC Group
Lake Charles, Louisiana
11.2015 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure alignment of goals across teams.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Held weekly staff meetings to review project updates, discuss issues, and brainstorm solutions.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Maintained open lines of communication with senior management, reporting team progress and challenges.
- Oversaw training and development programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized coaching.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Field Nurse for Pediatric Home Health
LHC Group
Lake Charles, LA
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Performed physical assessments of patients and monitored vital signs.
- Assisted in coordinating referrals to appropriate specialists or ancillary services when necessary.
- Provided assistance in developing discharge plans that include follow-up instructions, long-term goals, lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with physicians, interdisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provided primary care services to patients in their homes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing professional nursing practice.
- Conducted patient education about disease prevention and health promotion activities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals set forth by the plan of care.
- Monitored changes in patient condition between visits and reported any significant findings to physician or supervisor promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and care provided in accordance with agency policies.
- Administered medications, injections, treatments and wound care as prescribed by physicians.
- Developed relationships with community resources to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare providers to coordinate quality patient care.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Attended continuing education courses related to field nursing practices regularly.
- Assessed, developed and implemented nursing care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and family members about disease facts, medications and home care instructions.
- Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Field Nurse for Pediatric Home Health
LHC Group
Lake Charles, LA
08.2006 - 06.2012
- Performed physical assessments of patients and monitored vital signs.
- Assisted in coordinating referrals to appropriate specialists or ancillary services when necessary.
- Provided assistance in developing discharge plans that include follow-up instructions, long-term goals, lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with physicians, interdisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provided primary care services to patients in their homes.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing professional nursing practice.
- Conducted patient education about disease prevention and health promotion activities.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals set forth by the plan of care.
- Monitored changes in patient condition between visits and reported any significant findings to physician or supervisor promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and care provided in accordance with agency policies.
- Administered medications, injections, treatments and wound care as prescribed by physicians.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare providers to coordinate quality patient care.
- Attended continuing education courses related to field nursing practices regularly.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed, developed and implemented nursing care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and family members about disease facts, medications and home care instructions.
- Notified physicians and other personnel of changes in patients' conditions.
- Provided attentive healthcare to sick, disabled and injured patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital For Women
Lake Charles, LA
07.2003 - 08.2006
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA05-2003
Skills
- Quality Control
- Human Resources
- Business Development
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Case Management
- Financial Management
- Community Engagement
- Data Interpretation
- Report compilation
- Resident satisfaction
- Profit and loss statements
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Compliance and regulations
- Performance feedback
- Client Services
- Communications strategy
- Relationship Building
- Revenue Growth
Timeline
Executive Director of Pediatrics
LHC Group
03.2018 - 07.2021
Team Leader for Pediatrics
LHC Group
11.2015 - 03.2019
Field Nurse for Pediatric Home Health
LHC Group
02.2015 - 11.2015
Field Nurse for Pediatric Home Health
LHC Group
08.2006 - 06.2012
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital For Women
07.2003 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McNeese State University