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Pamela Dallas

Ellenwood,Ga

Summary


  • Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns.
  • Highly qualified and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.

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Work History

CLINICAL NURSE INSTRUCTOR

EMORY UNIVERSITY


  • Enhanced student performance through hands-on instruction and real-world clinical simulations.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students.
  • Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
  • Built strong relationships with healthcare facilities, securing valuable clinical placements for students to gain practical experience.
  • Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback and personalized support to foster growth in clinical skills.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Cultivated an inclusive educational environment by addressing cultural competency and diversity issues within the nursing profession.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

STAFF RN (Traveler)/Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Atlanta Medical Center
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success through early initiation, ongoing support, and lactation consultation referrals when needed.
  • Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.

Relief Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Emory Decatur Hospital
  • Strengthen organizational systems by conducting research on the unit to improve quality of care for patients
  • Oversee patient care across 18 LDRs and 3 operating rooms
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores with attentive listening, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
  • Assisted with the onboarding process for new nursing staff, providing a thorough orientation to facility policies and procedures.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Managed staffing schedules efficiently to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios, ensuring quality care delivery while minimizing overtime expenses.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends in nursing practice by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and webinars to better support the professional development of fellow nurses.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, family members, and healthcare providers to maintain a supportive environment during labor and delivery.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Emory Decatur Hospital
  • Manage patient care in the operating room during a cesarean delivery
  • Monitor, record and report symptoms and changes in patients’ condition
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through regular assessments and adjustments to care plans as needed, continuously striving for optimal patient outcomes in every case.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success through early initiation, ongoing support, and lactation consultation referrals when needed.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Served as a preceptor for new hires or student nurses, fostering their competence in labor and delivery care through hands-on training experiences.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes throughout the labor and delivery process.
  • Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as epidurals, episiotomies, and cesarean sections.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

STAFF RN, Medical-Surgical

Emory Healthcare


  • Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members for patients plan of care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
  • Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.

STAFF RN, Medical-Surgical

Rapides Regional Hospital


  • Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
  • Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

NURSE EXTERN

St.Francis Cabrini Hospital
  • Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members, and other care team members.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Checked patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture by participating in team-building activities aimed at strengthening collaboration among staff members.
  • Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.

OBSTETRIC NURSE ASSISTANT

Atlanta Women’s Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Coordinate all obstetrical care for a six physician office
  • Schedule and pre-certifications of all obstetric and surgical procedures
  • Plan and implement the overall obstetric policies, procedures, and services for the office
  • Design, coordinate, and conduct education classes for obstetric patients
  • Communicate to patient interpretation of lab results, doctor’s orders, plan of care, and follow-up appointments
  • Phone triage for obstetric patients in regards to all general questions, and concerns
  • Perform non-stress test when needed
  • Used electronic medical records to input lab results and doctor orders.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

BACK OFFICE MANAGER/MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Cobb Obstetrics/Gynecology Clinic
  • Communicate to patient interpretation of lab results, doctor’s orders, plan of care, and follow-up appointments
  • Phone triage for patients in all stages of care, pre-op, post-op, general questions, and concerns
  • Interview patients to obtain medical history and measure their vital signs, weight, and height
  • Maintained inventory and ordered office supplies.
  • Organized company functions and events to improve employee morale.
  • Supervised processing of orders, order tracking and delivery of goods

Education

Master’s of science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner -

Regis College
Weston, MA
12.2021

Bachelor's of science in Nursing -

Louisiana College
Pineville, LA
05.2014

Medical Assisting Diploma -

Medix School
Marietta, GA
01.2004

Central Sterile Processing Diploma -

Connelley Technical Institute
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2001

Crisp County High School -

Crisp County High School
Cordele, GA
05.2000

Skills

  • Clinical Research
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Mentoring proficiency
  • Continuing education
  • Teaching strategies
  • Supervising students
  • Clinical expertise
  • Clinical assessment
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Safety
  • Completing physical assessments

Certification

  • Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 2014 to present
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2013 to present
  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia, License number 242295
  • APRN in the State of Georgia, License number 242295
  • American Nurses Credentialing Center, Family Nurse Practitioner-BC, Certification number 2022089878

Timeline

CLINICAL NURSE INSTRUCTOR

EMORY UNIVERSITY

STAFF RN (Traveler)/Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Atlanta Medical Center

Relief Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Emory Decatur Hospital

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Emory Decatur Hospital

STAFF RN, Medical-Surgical

Emory Healthcare

STAFF RN, Medical-Surgical

Rapides Regional Hospital

NURSE EXTERN

St.Francis Cabrini Hospital

OBSTETRIC NURSE ASSISTANT

Atlanta Women’s Obstetrics and Gynecology

BACK OFFICE MANAGER/MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Cobb Obstetrics/Gynecology Clinic

Master’s of science in Nursing with a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner -

Regis College

Bachelor's of science in Nursing -

Louisiana College

Medical Assisting Diploma -

Medix School

Central Sterile Processing Diploma -

Connelley Technical Institute

Crisp County High School -

Crisp County High School

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