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Tonya Whitecotton

Weatherford,TX

Summary

Accomplished Nurse Coordinator with a proven track record for 18 years at Baylor Scott And White- All Saints, showcasing expertise in physical, emotional support, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for Hepatobiliary patients and families. Skilled in fostering team coordination and delivering compassionate care, significantly improving patient satisfaction.

22 Years of experience in diverse healthcare organizations working with complex patient issues. Adept at coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Adept at educating patients and enhancing long-term health outcomes. Excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations.

Licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing and BLS Certified.


Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Liver and Pancreas Disease Center Nurse Coordinator

Baylor Scott And White- All Saints
10.2008 - Current
  • Developed and implemented educational and Nursing materials.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.

Clinical Nurse Gastroenterology

Timothy Huggins MD
09.2006 - 05.2015
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
  • Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Documented patient progress and care interventions in medical records.

Transplant Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Baylor Scott And White- All Saints
06.2006 - 10.2008
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in fast-paced environment.
  • Acted as patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Staff Nurse-Med Surg/Oncology

Weatherford Memorial Hospital
08.2002 - 06.2006
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UT At Arlington
Arlington, TX
10.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX
05.2006

License Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX
08.2002

Skills

  • Licensed by Texas Board of Nursing
  • BLS Certified
  • Nurse Preceptor and Coach
  • Team Coordination
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient education
  • Palliative care awareness

Nursing Statement

I will strive to always exhibit high morals, honesty and integrity. To always put my patient's first and provide the highest level of care possible. Always treat my patient's with respect, care and compassion. Always pray, pray for my patient's, their physicians and caregivers.

Additional Information

Graduated UTA- Bachelor of Science in Nursing "Magna Cum Laude"


Recipient of:


Excellence in Transplant Nursing Award


The Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses



Timeline

Liver and Pancreas Disease Center Nurse Coordinator

Baylor Scott And White- All Saints
10.2008 - Current

Clinical Nurse Gastroenterology

Timothy Huggins MD
09.2006 - 05.2015

Transplant Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Baylor Scott And White- All Saints
06.2006 - 10.2008

Staff Nurse-Med Surg/Oncology

Weatherford Memorial Hospital
08.2002 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

UT At Arlington

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Weatherford College

License Vocational Nurse - Nursing

Weatherford College

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