Traci Hall
Richmond,VA
Summary
Seasoned healthcare professional with a rich background in nursing and healthcare management, notably at Richmond City Public Schools. Excelled in immunization record review and patient care, enhancing student wellness and streamlining healthcare delivery. Demonstrated leadership in coordinating comprehensive care plans, with a strong emphasis on individualized healthcare and case management. Skilled in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring staff, achieving significant improvements in patient and community health outcomes.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Richmond City Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Managed immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Facilitated early detection of health issues by conducting routine screenings for vision, hearing, scoliosis, among others.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in healthcare delivery to continuously improve the quality of nursing services provided in the school setting.
Breast Cancer Clinical Coordinator
Wilmington Health
09.2015 - 07.2021
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Devised and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Championed a patient-centered approach by actively involving patients and their families in the care planning process.
- Managed complex patient cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Coordinated care between surgery, medical and radiation oncology, and plastic surgery.
- Facilitated patient education, genetics testing, and research database.
- Developed partnerships with local healthcare providers to ensure continuum of care for patients, enhancing community health integration.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Registered Nurse
Lower Cape Fear Hospice
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Staff Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Hospice House
04.2011 - 08.2013
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Licensed Aesthetician
Carlee and Company
06.2007 - 09.2009
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized skincare treatments and recommendations.
- Conducted educational seminars on skincare topics, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their personal care routines.
- Mentored junior aestheticians in best practices and technique application, resulting in improved team performance overall.
Owner/Operator
Women's Healthcare Consultants
01.1991 - 03.1994
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Collaborated with OB/GYN and Pediatric practices as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
- Provided an array of community classes and programs in areas of childbirth and parenting.
Education Coordinator for Women's Health Pavililon
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
09.1986 - 03.1991
- Developed community education programming events and other activities designed to increase and improve educational outcomes.
- Liaised between faculty, staff and administrators to coordinate educational program delivery.
- Managed a team of 19 nurses and administrative staff.
- Monitored expenditures to remain within budgets and improve forecasting accuracy.
- Coordinated community events for fundraising and marketing purposes.
- Built relationships with external stakeholders, community organizations and donors to increase program scope.
Staff Registered Nurse
Virginia Beach General Hospital
02.1985 - 09.1986
- Rotated through mother/baby and women's surgical floors.
- Provided education to patients, families, and staff through inservices and hands on skills.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central State College
Mansfield, OHSkills
- Immunization record review
- Health screening
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Patient Care
- Case Management
- Nurse Management
Healthcare Hero Nomination 2017
Nominated as Top 3 of nurses in Southeast North Carolina
Timeline
School Nurse
Richmond City Public Schools
08.2021 - Current
Breast Cancer Clinical Coordinator
Wilmington Health
09.2015 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
Lower Cape Fear Hospice
09.2013 - 09.2014
Staff Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Hospice House
04.2011 - 08.2013
Licensed Aesthetician
Carlee and Company
06.2007 - 09.2009
Owner/Operator
Women's Healthcare Consultants
01.1991 - 03.1994
Education Coordinator for Women's Health Pavililon
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
09.1986 - 03.1991
Staff Registered Nurse
Virginia Beach General Hospital
02.1985 - 09.1986
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central State College
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