Ronda Dillard
Sparks
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Hughston Surgical Center, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance recovery outcomes through strong clinical judgment and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to improving patient satisfaction and care quality while ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Med Surg, Home Health, Peds, Orthopedic pre-post-op care specialty. Diligent registered Nurse with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Pre-op/Post Op
Hughston Surgical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Assisted in preoperative and postoperative care, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to streamline procedures and improve overall efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-surgical care, fostering adherence to discharge instructions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
RN Clinical Supervisor
Ga Home Health
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests, documenting results, and updating patient records accurately.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
RN Field Nurse /Clinical Case Manager
Suncrest Home Health
09.2011 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting vital signs and medical histories accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Facilitated discharge planning by coordinating follow-up care and community resources for patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to medical protocols and guidelines.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
Charge RN
TRMC
08.2007 - 09.2011
- Led a team of nurses to deliver high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication to ensure comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction ratings by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care to all patients regardless of background or condition severity.
- Served as primary liaison between physicians and nursing staff, maintaining clear communication channels for optimal patient care delivery.
RN Pediatric Floor Nurse
TRMC
05.2005 - 10.2007
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to prescribed protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, maintaining accurate documentation for compliance and continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, fostering understanding and promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
Education
Nursing
ABAC
Tifton, GA05-2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Patient care planning
- Family education
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Medication distribution
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Procedure preparations
- Chronic disease management
- Medical assessment
- Staff supervision
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Treatment Planning
- HIPAA education
- Case management
- Removing sutures
- Medical evaluation
- Home health care
- Setting up referrals
Timeline
Registered Nurse Pre-op/Post Op
Hughston Surgical Center
06.2024 - Current
RN Clinical Supervisor
Ga Home Health
11.2022 - 04.2024
RN Field Nurse /Clinical Case Manager
Suncrest Home Health
09.2011 - 05.2022
Charge RN
TRMC
08.2007 - 09.2011
RN Pediatric Floor Nurse
TRMC
05.2005 - 10.2007
Nursing
ABAC
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