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Certification
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Tennille R. Davey

Registered Nurse
Mustang,USA

Summary

To be employed as a full time Registered Nurse that will enable me to utilize my current skills, while growing professionally.

Compassionate Registered Nurse, Case Manger for Hospice with extensive background in managing hospice cases and providing empathetic patient care. Successfully coordinated interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and high-quality end-of-life care. Demonstrated ability to utilize critical thinking and effective communication to address complex patient needs and improve care outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Traditions Health Hospice
11.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure effective service delivery and continuity of care.
  • Assessed patient needs and developed individualized hospice care strategies in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Educated patients and families on end-of-life options, fostering informed decision-making and emotional support.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical assessments and feedback from caregivers.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families to enhance understanding of treatment goals.
  • Implemented best practices for pain management and symptom control, improving patient comfort in hospice settings.
  • Documented patient interactions meticulously to maintain accurate records for compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Participated in case reviews to evaluate quality of care and identify opportunities for process improvements within the team.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in more accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Supported bereaved families through grief counseling resources and post-mortem follow-up calls, demonstrating genuine compassion during times of loss.
  • Developed strong relationships with local healthcare facilities to expand referral networks for hospice services.
  • Participated in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in hospice case management and end-of-life care.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall quality of hospice services provided within the organization.
  • Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding treatment options, preserving dignity in their final days.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to home-based hospice care through thorough planning and coordination.
  • Coordinated volunteer services for additional support in delivering compassionate patient care.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current hospice services through regular audits and feedback from patients, families, and staff.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing personalized hospice plans and coordinating interdisciplinary team efforts.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive pain management strategies for patients in their final days.
  • Educated families on the hospice process, enabling informed decision-making during a difficult time.
  • Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations pertaining to end-of-life care standards through ongoing education and policy implementation.
  • Improved family satisfaction by providing compassionate support and regular communication on patient progress.
  • Provided direct nursing care when necessary, ensuring the highest level of comfort for patients facing terminal illness.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' conditions and adjusting care plans as needed.
  • Mentored new nurses in the field of hospice case management, contributing to a skilled workforce dedicated to quality end-of-life care.
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by organizing regular team meetings focused on individual patient needs.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for optimal end-of-life care.
  • Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
  • Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
  • Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
  • Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
  • Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Registered Nurse – CVICU/MSICU/NICU

Saint Anthony’s Hospital
06.2013 - 11.2020
  • Performed patient care in all Med-Surgical Intensive Care areas.
  • Provided direct patient care to pre- and post-operative cardiovascular, nephrology, orthopedic, and neurosurgical patients.
  • Collaborated effectively with an interdisciplinary team of medical and health care professionals comprised of a physician, nurse manager, dietician, social worker, case manager, occupational, speech and physical therapists for inpatient care.
  • Educate patients and their families on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures and other aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medication and pain management techniques.
  • Administer oral, intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous medications (titrated drips).
  • Performed CRRT (CVVHD), arctic sun, IABP, and sheath removal skills. Certified currently in CRRT, arctic sun, and IABP skills.
  • Reviewed computerized laboratory test results following lab draws and notified physicians of critical labs, and implemented orders according to critical lab values per MD orders.
  • Provided a broad range of general nursing care services in areas of vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, catheters, feeding tubes, IV and central lines implementing and removal of such.
  • Advocate for patients rights; strive to understand a patient’s needs and concerns.
  • Hardworking and energetic; flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.
  • Maintain critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care.
  • Personable with a positive attitude; interface well with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff.

Registered Nurse Supervisor- Neurosciences and Orthopedics

OU Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2013
  • Performed patient care in Neurology, Orthopedics, and Neuroscience areas.
  • Provided direct patient care to pre- and post-operative orthopedic, and neurosurgical patients, and to newly diagnosed or recurring stroke patients.
  • Safely administered medications, and educate patients and their families on the proper use of braces, prosthetics, and orthopedic equipment with a focus on safety and pain management techniques.
  • Collaborated effectively with an interdisciplinary team of medical and health care professionals comprised of a physician, nurse manager, dietician, social worker, case manager, and physical therapist.
  • Precept student and staff nurses in areas of patient care, policies, and procedures with demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Provide pre- and post operative nursing care for 1-7 adult and geriatric patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions including lumbar laminectomies and anterior/posterior cervical discectomies.
  • Educate patients and their families on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures and other aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medication and pain management techniques.
  • Administer oral and intramuscular and subcutaneous medications.
  • Recommended and implemented changes to the Medical unit regarding assignment delegation and prioritization, resulting in a higher standard of patient care, and reassessed/revised plan of care.
  • Performed neurological testing such as MEND, neurological checks, and Glascow Coma Scale.
  • Reviewed computerized laboratory test results following lab draws.
  • Provided a broad range of general nursing care services in areas of vital signs, EKG, phlebotomy, catheters, feeding tubes, IV and central lines.
  • Monitored patients’ PTT/PT/INR levels to identify the need for anticoagulant therapy, and for potential side effects of medications demonstrating strong observation, assessment, and intervention skills.
  • Advocate for patients rights; strive to understand a patient’s needs and concerns.
  • Hardworking and energetic; flexible; adapt easily to change of environment and work schedule.
  • Maintain critical thinking skills essential to providing competent and dignified patient care.
  • Personable with a positive attitude; interface well with patients, families, and nursing staff.
  • Team leader with able to create a positive working environment that uplifts patients’ spirits.
  • Represented our floor in Shared Governance for the nurse and patient's best interests.

Registered Nurse – Agency Nurse, ICVRH

The New Medical Staffing Network
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Performed patient care in Medical-Surgical areas.
  • Responsible for the assessment of the patient and make plans of care to develop the health of the patient.
  • Responsibilities include the document the patient progress, keep the track of records, and evaluate them.
  • Deals with the queries and problems of the patient and resolve them.
  • Responsible for the analysis, implementation, formulating, evaluation and interpreting procedures and policies.
  • Always consult the medical professional on nursing and treatment plans whenever required.
  • Handles the queries and complaints of the patient's and also resolve them.

Registered Nurse - Tiered Float Pool

St. John’s Mercy Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Performed patient care in Neurology, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, and Medical – Surgical areas.
  • Remain calm and professional throughout critical incidents.
  • Strong analytical skills, capable of assessing conditions and implementing appropriate intervention.
  • Possess special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations, and with diverse cultures.
  • Develop rapport with patients, family, staff, and physicians.
  • Implement patient care for up to 10 patients per unit.
  • Assess patient status.
  • Implementing and continuing assessment of patient’s pain level, neurological checks, neurovascular checks, and ambulation.
  • Evaluate and assess the continuing needs of post-operative patients under discharge from hospital setting.
  • Notify physicians of clinical changes.
  • Contact On-Call / Patient’s Physician when appropriate.
  • Obtain as needed orders regarding patient’s changes in condition.
  • Execute physician’s orders as instructed for the patient’s needs.
  • Interact with departments regarding patient care.
  • Educate patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc.
  • Provide assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of staff nurses.

Education

Associate of Science Degree - Nursing

St. Charles Community College
St. Peters, Missouri
05.2005

EMT- Basic Certification - undefined

Fayetteville Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina
08.1999

Skills

  • Home care management, Admissions support, Evidence-based care, Oxygen therapy, Teamwork and collaboration, Symptom management with medication administration; careplanning, Patient care assessment
  • Pain assessment and control, Emergency response, Psychosocial assessment, Patient needs assessment, Family education, Patient care plans, Physician communication, Family, emotional support, end-of-life care, patient evaluation, palliative care
  • Compassionate communication and care, advanced care planning, Clinical documentation and assessment, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Interpersonal and written communication, Physician communication
  • hospice care, EMR updating,
  • Symptom management with medication administration; careplanning, Admissions support, Evidence-based care, Problem-solving, Time management, Attention to detail, Problem-solving abilities, Multitasking, Abilities, Reliability, Excellent communication, Critical thinking, Organizational skills, Team collaboration, Active listening, Patient safety, Adaptability and flexibility, Verbal and written communication, Decision-making
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Training and mentoring

Certification

  • Registered Nurse Licensure July 2005.
  • Advanced Stroke Life Support 2008, ASLS Certified Instructor 2011.
  • BLS April 2024.
  • ACLS April 2020.

Timeline

Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice

Traditions Health Hospice
11.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse – CVICU/MSICU/NICU

Saint Anthony’s Hospital
06.2013 - 11.2020

Registered Nurse – Agency Nurse, ICVRH

The New Medical Staffing Network
01.2007 - 01.2008

Registered Nurse Supervisor- Neurosciences and Orthopedics

OU Medical Center
01.2006 - 01.2013

Registered Nurse - Tiered Float Pool

St. John’s Mercy Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006

EMT- Basic Certification - undefined

Fayetteville Community College

Associate of Science Degree - Nursing

St. Charles Community College

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