TAWNA DAVIS
Eastern Healthcare
Newport News,VA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Results-driven LPN with strong clinical judgment and a track record of enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices. Expertise in healthcare regulations and team mentorship, aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Unit Manager
1 Year 10 Months- Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures to enhance team performance.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Analyzed operational workflows to identify areas for process improvement, driving efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments to identify potential complications or deviations from expected recovery patterns.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and closely monitoring treatment plans.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in making critical decisions regarding patient care interventions based on assessment data and established protocols.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene, infection control, and patient safety by rigorously adhering to facility policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
11 Months- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient compliance and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Provided education to patients and families about health management and treatment options.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures, promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care through effective communication.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Lpn Contractor
10 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to provide effective patient education and support.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for compliance and continuity of care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years 2 Months- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care strategies to align with evolving health conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Associate of Science - Medical Billing Office Specialist
Skills
Clinical leadership
HIPAA compliance
Care planning
Quality improvement
Nurse leadership
Healthcare regulations
Wound care
Team management
Patient care coordination
Policy enforcement
Clinical supervision
Healthcare documentation
Passing medications
Problem-solving
Time management
Responsible and dependable
Problem-solving abilities
Certification
BLS - expiration 7/19/2028
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Unit Manager
Eastern Healthcare
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Yad Healthcare
11.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Lpn Contractor
Global
01.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Health
11.2019 - 01.2022Read More
ECPI University
LPN from Practical Nursing
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Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science from Medical Billing Office Specialist
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