Tonya Acklin
Greenville,NC
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
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Director of Nursing
Rocky Mount Rehabilitation
Rocky Mount, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Director of Nursing
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
Greenville, North Carolina
07.2019 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
Staff Development Coordinator
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
Greenville, North Carolina
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Organized in-service training sessions for staff members.
- Created, implemented and evaluated staff development programs.
- Provided professional development and training opportunities to staff members.
- Managed performance reviews to ensure that objectives are met efficiently.
- Supervised the implementation of staff development plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all employee training activities.
- Advised management on best practices in staff development initiatives.
- Analyzed existing policies and procedures to identify areas needing improvement or change.
- Coordinated with external vendors to provide additional resources when needed.
Staff Nurse
Signature HealthCARE of Kinston
Kinston, North Carolina
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
Greenville, North Carolina
08.1999 - 07.2013
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC05-2018
Skills
- Health care consultation
- Data Collection
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Diabetes management
- Care Planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medical assessment
- Infectious disease control
- Licensed RN
- Collecting vitals
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Patient Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Director of Nursing
Rocky Mount Rehabilitation
11.2022 - Current
Director of Nursing
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
07.2019 - 11.2022
Staff Development Coordinator
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
03.2016 - 06.2019
Staff Nurse
Signature HealthCARE of Kinston
04.2013 - 12.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Universal Healthcare of Greenville
08.1999 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Edgecombe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
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