Reba Alison Calhoun
Tarrytown,GA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiology Clinic RN
Specialty Clinic, CVVAMC
04.2024 - Current
- Support and collaborate with cardiac providers to deliver high-quality patient care
- Conduct comprehensive review of patient records ahead of visits to confirm presence of relevant external medical records and completion status for diagnostic studies
- Receive and handle alerts from the national database for implanted cardiac device registration and remote monitoring
- Correspond with patients using an online communication program to address their concerns and provide support
- Assist in conducting exercise stress tests.
Whole Health Nurse
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Implemented patient-centered wellness and disease prevention program
- Obtained certification in Transitional Nursing via VA program to enhance veteran care and nursing workplace environment
- Evaluated individuals for signs of COVID symptoms, executed testing for the virus, and delivered vaccines against COVID.
- Certified in administering COVID vaccines
- Stayed informed on COVID infection rates, changing symptoms, vaccine side effects, and medical indications for vaccination
- Delivered necessary vaccinations like pneumonia, influenza, T-Dap and Shingrix in accordance with the recommendations for our veteran community.
- Expertly administered acupressure therapy to alleviate chronic pain and anxiety symptoms experienced by employees as well as veterans
- Led multiple health educational classes for veterans covering various topics including whole health introduction, hypertension, food and nutrition, diabetes management, stress reduction, tobacco smoking cessation, and socialization
- Implemented whole health activities in long term care facilities to stimulate physical and mental engagement, enhancing quality of life for disabled veterans
- Conducted nursing pre-assessments for veteran's seeking Whole Health group involvement to enhance pain management and sleep quality.
ENDO/PACU/Specialty RN
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
Dublin, GA
09.2017 - 04.2022
- Delivered comprehensive care before, during, and after medical procedures
- Ensured seamless transfer of veterans to procedure rooms while maintaining proper documentation of procedural events.
- Provided support to CRNAs in monitoring patients' vital signs and maintaining their safety during sedation
- Monitored vital signs, level of consciousness, and surgical complication indicators in PACU nursing role.
- Provided discharge instructions to patients and families, mitigating post-operative complications.
- Assumed responsibility as primary caregiver for COVID positive inpatients throughout a 7-month period while our surgical unit was non-operational.
- Screened and conducted COVID tests on patients
- Managed discharge process for acutely ill patients, ensuring their safe transition to either their homes or inpatient units based on the severity of their condition
- Acquired skills in effectively treating patients with COVID-19, implementing infection control measures and following established policies, while utilizing personal protective equipment.
- Contributed to establishing COVID units and implementing care management strategies for COVID-positive patients
- Provided exceptional care to patients as a GI nurse
- Managed patient charts, ensuring accurate entry of orders for labs and diagnostic testing, essential for diagnosing and treating GI-related conditions.
- Supported the gastroenterologist in enhancing and reconstructing the Hepatitis C clinic.
RN Case Manager/Clinical Care Supervisor
AFFINIS Hospice
Vidalia, Ga
05.2015 - 09.2017
- As an RN case manager, completed regular and as-needed home visits for hospice patients by commuting to diverse locations like homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Conducted regular visits ranging from once to seven times weekly, tailored according to patient acuity.
- Oversaw the care plans for a varying caseload of 11 to 15 patients.
- Developed exceptional time management abilities by effectively managing mileage and fuel reimbursement.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to assess patients' suitability for hospice admission and recertification
- Collaborated with two nurses to effectively rotate weekly and weekend call duties
- Covered an area of up to 55 miles/1 hour drive time
- Promoted to the Clinical Services Coordinator (CSC) position within one year
- Supervised a diverse team consisting of Certified Nursing Assistants, Registered Nurses, a Chaplain, a Licensed Social Worker and a Volunteer Coordinator
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing scheduling of CNA and RN routine/recertification visits, providing crucial direction on decisions related to patient welfare.
- Trained new nurses in case management, care plan preparation, and patient assessment for hospice eligibility.
- Oversaw the reporting of infection rates and incidents of falls, while tracking medication usage and expense data for quality management purposes.
- Ensured organizational needs were met by evaluating and overseeing staffing, supplies, and schedules
- Maintained knowledge of updated Medicare and CMS regulations to guarantee staff compliance
- Utilized advanced knowledge of care planning to improve POLST effectiveness.
- Gained expertise in hospice eligibility guidelines for Medicare and Medicaid by completing training at the Georgia Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
ENDO/PACU RN
Meadows Regional Medical Center
Vidalia, Ga
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided post-operative care and monitored patients recovering from both general anesthesia and local sedation
- Contributed to the successful completion of procedures as part of the Endoscopy Unit team, responsible for taking biopsies and polypectomies
- Managed same-day surgery patient discharges, offering expert care at home and clear discharge instructions.
RN Supervisor
Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation
Soperton, Ga
05.2010 - 11.2013
- Conducted monthly and quarterly reviews to assess quality measures in infections, catheters, hospitalizations, falls, and use of psychotropics.
- Supervised personal care home adjacent to the skilled nursing facility
- Successfully completed MDS basic training certification.
- Proficiently trained in falls management techniques while playing a pivotal role in reducing re-hospitalization rates through successful implementation of the INTERACT program. Additionally, proficient in Advanced Care Planning and Directives.
- Developed partnerships with members of the Georgia Healthcare Association, Community Care Services, and Hospice.
- Aided in overseeing different chronic, acute, and end of life diagnoses
- Contributed to admission assessments in tandem with nursing assessments for the development of
care plans. Reviewed physician's orders emphasizing prompt pain management alongside lab results analysis. - Provided assistance in behavioral management, psychiatric evaluations, and the management of psychotic disorders including dementia.
- Acquired skills in providing healthcare services remotely through Telemedicine.
- Aided in recognizing the necessity of OT/PT/ST for people with cognitive and physical disabilities.
- Promoted to the role of Clinical Care Coordinator
- Ensured adherence to state and federal policies, procedures, and protocols while overseeing employee management.
- Delivered training sessions for personal caregivers at a local care home, enabling them to attain Certified Proxy Care Giver status as per state regulations and closely monitored their compliance with these standards
- Completed RN supervisory assessments of residents and documented findings.
OR/ENDO/PACU RN
Fairview Park Hospital
Dublin
10.2003 - 05.2010
- Delivered high-quality healthcare services in the RN role at the Post-Acute Care Unit of Surgical Services (PACU).
- Proficient in pain management and identifying symptoms of acute distress
- Provided support to CRNA's by safeguarding the well-being of surgical patients under anesthesia and managing post-surgical complications such as bleeding, pain, respiratory distress, and anesthesia side effects.
- Obtained ACLS/BLS certification
- Proficiently performed tasks related to patient care and surgical procedures
- Completed ERCP training at MUSC in Charleston, enhancing skills for assisting in procedures
- Experienced in utilizing surgical aseptic and sterile techniques.
- Assisted in various surgical procedures such as GYN, vascular, urological, ENT, and orthopedic surgeries. These included lap cholecystectomies, appendectomies, hernia repairs, femoral‑popliteal and carotid stent placements, mastectomies, colon resections, amputations, cystoscopies/ TURPS.
- Assisted in providing care to surgical patients under general anesthesia, including IV sedation, intubation, and post-surgical reversal.
- Enhanced efficiency and patient care in pre-op/same-day surgery as a Registered Nurse.
- Implemented and closely supervised IV infusions
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures efficiently
- Delivered discharge instructions to patients, ensuring they were well-informed about post-hospitalization care.
- Provided assistance with epidurals and blocks.
MED/SURG RN
Emanuel Medical Center
Swainsboro
05.2003 - 10.2003
- Began my career as an RN at Emanuel Medical Center in May 2003 following the completion of my ASN.
- Gained experience in ER and MED/SURG areas, enhancing assessment and clinical skills.
- Developed a foundation in key skills that have served me well in my career.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2023
Skills
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Compassionate Care
- Preventive Care
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diagnostic Testing
- Chronic Disease Management
- Immunization Administration
Affiliations
I am passionate about spending time with my family. I enjoy working outside on our farm which includes taking care of the animals and gardens.
Accomplishments
I have achieved leadership roles in my nursing career. I was promoted to Clinical Care Supervisor of a 50 bed SNF as well as 11 bed ALF. I was also promoted as Clinical Care Coordinator of an outpatient hospice facility.
Certification
- ACLS/BLS Certifications
- Acupressure Certification
- Transitional Care Nurse Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiology Clinic RN
Specialty Clinic, CVVAMC
04.2024 - Current
Whole Health Nurse
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
04.2022 - 04.2024
ENDO/PACU/Specialty RN
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
09.2017 - 04.2022
RN Case Manager/Clinical Care Supervisor
AFFINIS Hospice
05.2015 - 09.2017
ENDO/PACU RN
Meadows Regional Medical Center
11.2013 - 05.2015
RN Supervisor
Treutlen County Health and Rehabilitation
05.2010 - 11.2013
OR/ENDO/PACU RN
Fairview Park Hospital
10.2003 - 05.2010
MED/SURG RN
Emanuel Medical Center
05.2003 - 10.2003
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
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