Tawanna Burns

• Participated in budget preparation activities related to nursing services.
• Facilitated professional development opportunities for nurses through continuing education programs.
• Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
• Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
• Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
• Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.

• Assisted in identifying opportunities for improvement in processes related to the completion of the MDS form.
• Interpreted physician orders for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting them electronically into the MDS system.
• Provided training and education to nursing staff on current MDS regulations.
• Reviewed clinical documentation to ensure accuracy of information reported on the MDS forms.
• Audited monthly MDS submissions for accuracy, timeliness, completeness and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Compiled reports from various systems regarding utilization review outcomes and quality indicators as requested by management staff.
• Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.

• Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
• Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
• Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
• Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

• Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
• Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.

• Ensured that the unit was compliant with safety standards and protocols set by the organization.
• Monitored daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Actively participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates.
• Organized and scheduled staff meetings to discuss policies and procedures.
• Resolved complex customer service issues in a timely manner.
• Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.

On call Nurse for staffing shortages, medication administration, called staff to fill call-offs

• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.

• Performed weekly rounds in the hospital to assess patient's wound status and provide education to nursing staff.
• Ordered supplies necessary for wound care treatments as needed.
• Developed and implemented wound care protocols to ensure patient safety and quality of care.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient's wound assessment, treatments, medications and other interventions in the medical record system.
• Reviewed lab results, imaging reports and other diagnostic tests related to patient's condition.
• Collaborated with physicians and other health professionals regarding complex cases or difficult wounds requiring additional attention or specialized treatments.

• Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment.
• Oversaw resident care to promote quality physical, mental and psychological treatment.
• Led recruitment efforts, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff members.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and setting goals.
• On-Call for staffing, Staffed facility according to policy and procedures. Medication management of residents including medication administration, diabetic monitoring and treatment, wound care, documentation, care planning.
• Audits for compliance for State and Federal regulations.

• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
• Super User of the Point Click Care Software
• Documentation including assessments, care plans and nursing progress reports.

• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
• Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
• Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
• Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
• Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
• Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
• Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
• Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
• Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.

• Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
• Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
• Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
• Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
• Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.