Vanessa Dick
Odessa,TX
Summary
Focused Emergency Management Director develops comprehensive disaster plans and oversees emergency response teams. Trains personnel to respond appropriately in crisis situations with detailed protocols and clear communication of specific tasks. Coordinates programs to mitigate destructive effects of disasters with implementation of attested emergency activities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Emergency Services
Odessa Regional Medical Center
03.2007 - Current
- Championed a culture of patient safety within the department by regularly reviewing incident reports, conducting root-cause analyses, and implementing corrective actions as needed to prevent future occurrences.
- Ensured continuity of care for patients transitioning between acute care services and community-based support systems by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other key stakeholders.
- Facilitated open communication among team members by promoting a culture of transparency, accountability, and mutual respect within the department.
Trauma Program Manager
Odessa Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Enhanced the efficiency of the trauma program through regular performance evaluations and data analysis.
- Oversaw staff training and development, maintaining a high level of expertise in trauma care among team members.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Assisted in recruiting top talent for various positions within the trauma department, helping maintain a skilled workforce committed to excellent patient care standards.
Nursing House Supervisor
Odessa Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Established an open-door policy for staff members, fostering a supportive work environment where issues were promptly addressed.
- Helped open our Transfer Center , to help facilitate transfers from outside facilities.
- Championed interdisciplinary teamwork across various units within the hospital, resulting in a more cohesive and collaborative care approach.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in nursing procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Odessa Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse
Raja Naidu - Naidu Clinic
03.2009 - 10.2016
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Ran his office to help him in accreditations at all three hospitals and charged his call time to everywhere he was on call for.
- Ran his pacemaker clinic and helped keep all patients checked in a timely manner.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Odessa Regional Medical Center
03.2007 - 03.2009
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing. Charge nurse for this unit .
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Phlebotomist
Medical Center Hospital Odessa
06.2000 - 06.2007
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Registered Nurse
Medical Center Hospital Odessa
06.2006 - 02.2007
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Started as intern until I got my license , to be a floor nurse
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Odessa College
Odessa, TX05.2007
Skills
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Community Relations
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
- Disaster Recovery
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Disaster planning
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
TNCC, Instructor TNCC, Course Director TNCC
FEMA 100, 200,600,700, 800
Timeline
Trauma Program Manager
Odessa Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 06.2022
Nursing House Supervisor
Odessa Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 01.2020
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Odessa Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Raja Naidu - Naidu Clinic
03.2009 - 10.2016
Director of Emergency Services
Odessa Regional Medical Center
03.2007 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Odessa Regional Medical Center
03.2007 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse
Medical Center Hospital Odessa
06.2006 - 02.2007
Phlebotomist
Medical Center Hospital Odessa
06.2000 - 06.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Odessa College
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