Varnessa Dorsey
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
As an educator with over 13 years of teaching experience in public schools and as a nurse with a proven record of using data to improve quality measure outcomes, I desire an opportunity that will embrace my passion for education and my relentless efforts to produce positive outcomes—focused Clinical Director with a background spent overseeing the budget, personnel and regulatory concerns. A highly collaborative leader with skills in assigning caseloads, participating in meetings with clinical staff, and ensuring that facility policies are observed. I was offering exemplary communication and organizational skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Clinical Services
Pediatric Private Duty Nursing, Aveanna Healthcare
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure clinical services adhered to established standards, maintaining a high level of accountability across the organization.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Improved interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering strong working relationships among medical professionals for optimal patient outcomes.
- Boosted staff morale with regular recognition for exceptional work performance and contributions to the team''s overall success.
- Evaluated program performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes in a timely manner.
Instructor/Director of CNA/PCT Programs
Tarrant County College District
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Created a functional skills lab and teaching space for health-related careers students and faculty, accomplished
- Researched occupational health trends and community needs to guide in the re-launch of the CNA program, successfully running
- Established networks with health care professionals and area schools to begin the re-launch of the PCT program with a target start of 2022, accomplished
- Developed presentation strategies for CNA courses 6-week course, established
- Fostered interdepartmental relationships with others to work toward common goals, ongoing
- Utilized several computer software systems to create coursework to publish online
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
RN, School Nurse
Fort Worth ISD
08.2020 - 06.2021
RN, School Nurse
Fort Worth ISD
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Managed daily operations of clinic with minimum oversight
- Maintained timely and accurate records of clinical care
- Screened students’ vision, hearing, spine, and skin, sent referrals, and followed up
- Submitted state reports for immunization compliance by deadline, communicated effectively with all stakeholders
- Developed and implemented care plans for students with medical orders, served as a resource on campus
- Trained designated staff to perform procedures when RN was not available
- Conducted virtual office consultations in partnership with Children’s Health network
RN, Special Projects/Educator
Senior Living Properties
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Fostered relationships with facility leaders to ensure targets were met with incentive attached quality measures
- Managed the quality measure performance of 30 facilities of the management company
- Provided oversight and strategies which aided in securing over $6 million dollars in incentive pay for the management company to enhance the quality of care provided to residents
- Researched, developed, and delivered curriculum on topics identified after assessment of facility data
- Trained and presented research on best practices to senior management, facility leaders, and clinical teams face to face or via interactive phone conferences
- Provided operational guidance and training to technical staff.
- Analyzed data to determine clinical trends to target educational needs and/or training.
- Ensured that the company earned as much incentive pay possible by keeping track of each facility using relevant tools to facilitate positive outcomes
- Assessed facility performance onsite, interviewed nurses and administrators to develop background information to determine what level of support was necessary to experience positive outcomes
- Communicated and collaborated regularly with facility staff and regional leaders to ensure educational needs were meet
- Tracked and submitted documents to state agencies
- Worked with minimum supervision
School Nurse
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed daily operations of clinic with minimum oversight
- Maintained timely and accurate records of clinical care
- Screened students’ vision, hearing, spine, and skin sent referrals and followed up
- Submitted state reports for immunization compliance by deadline, communicated effectively with all stakeholders
- Developed and implemented care plans for students with medical orders, served as a resource on campus
- Trained designated staff to perform procedures when RN was not available
- Conducted virtual office consultations in partnership with Children’s Health network
Registered Nurse
PSA Healthcare
08.2014 - 04.2016
- Provided individual care to patients in the convenience of their home
- Completed on going competency training to meet the needs of the child
- Maintained contact precautions while providing competent and quality care
- Used computer charting to document and communicate patient needs
Registered Nurse
Health South Rehabilitation Hospital, Arlington
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assessed patient upon admissions, during stay, and upon departure
- Administered patient medications as ordered in a timely manner
- Utilized contact precautions when providing patient care
- Followed hospital policy and procedures
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team in order to provide quality care compliance with the selected regimen
- Employed proper techniques when providing patient care
- Maintained timely and accurate records using computer charting
- Delegated task to appropriate staff as necessary
- Provided competent and quality care while assuring that client needs and family needs are met
Director of Care Delivery
Heartland Manor Care
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Promoted the mission and vision of the organization while monitoring trends and implementing performance improvement initiatives
- Insured adherence to documentation principles and guidelines
- Provided guidance and support to personnel
- Coordinated nursing care with healthcare disciplines and assisted in integrating services across the continuum of healthcare
- Assisted with restructuring the framework of the organization to improve employee morale and to generate positive productivity outcomes
- Recruited and orientated new staff in order to ensure patients’ needs are met
- Assured accuracy of census data as well as monitor spending in assigned area of focus
- Conducted employee performance evaluations as required by HR
- Evaluated emerging trends in healthcare delivery models, incorporating best practices into organizational policies as appropriate.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Heartland Manor Care
10.2014 - 12.2014
- Knew and ensured that patient rights are honored and that their personal information is protected
- Followed company safety policies and protocols to manage infection control
- Attended and participated in scheduled in-service and other trainings to promote growth and continuity in care process
- Worked with interdisciplinary team to ensure that best quality of care is given to each client
- Actively participated in the translating and transcribing of doctor’s orders by creating orders and placing them in patient records
- Administered scheduled medications in a timely and accurate manor
- Reported changes in patient condition and charted on the care provided to the patient as well as any interactions with the client or family
- Supervised and issued consequences to CNA’s according to their performance evaluations and attendance records
Adjunct Biology Instructor
Tarrant County Community College District
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Maintained accurate records of student performance
- Used campus Blackboard system to communicate with students
- Employed computer-based grade book to input students’ grades
- Collaborated with other instructors to conducts labs to enhance the learning process
- Generated student interest by connecting science to the real world
- Provided support and guidance to students in need
- Adhered to deadlines and administrative requests
Registered Nurse
Dallas Endoscopy Center
05.2013 - 10.2014
- Obtained patient assessments prior to procedure
- Updated medication records/ medication reconciliation effort
- Started IVs and established baseline vitals
- Prepared specimens to be shipped to lab
- Assured proper care of patient recovering from anesthesia
- Collaborated with team to promote timely transition from pre-op to procedure to post procedure
- Advocated for patient and provide quality care as well as customer service to each client and his/her family
- Functioned efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision
- Educated patient to ensure safe care after procedure
- Managed patient records and files ensuring confidentiality
- Tracked medicine inventory and distribution
- Created a check list for mock resuscitation/practice drill
Home Health Aide
Bright Star Healthcare Agency
07.2012 - 11.2012
- Provided quality care to patients in their homes
- Assisted patients with daily activities of living
- Assisted patients in ambulating or moving from one place to another
- Medication reminder
- Companionship
Instructional Facilitator, Math and Science
Arlington Independent School District
09.2007 - 06.2010
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Conducted rigorous monitoring of field trips and special events, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to safety and our dedication to increasing attendee retention.
- Provided leadership for program workers and attendees, guiding day-to-day activities and facilitating the learning environment.
- Planned special enrichment events for program participants based on changing needs, times of year, and availability.
- Planned and facilitated math/science workshops following Texas math and science curricula, employing varied methods to maximize attendance.
- Collected data on program efficacy through data analysis and implemented improvement solutions.
- Advocated for program participants in the afterschool tutoring program, outlining cases and needs to program executives.
- Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by collaborating with teachers to develop and implement instructional strategies.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving academic performance across all grade levels.
- Improved teacher performance by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Increased student achievement by implementing data-driven instruction and assessment techniques.
- Coordinated cross-curricular projects that fostered interdisciplinary connections for deeper understanding among students.
- Conducted classroom observations and provided constructive feedback to help teachers refine their instructional practices.
- Developed customized professional development plans for individual teachers to address specific areas for growth.
- Supported instructional planning with the use of research-based best practices for teaching and learning.
- Partnered with community organizations to bring real-world experiences into the classroom curriculum.
- Planned and monitored the implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Education
Doctorate of Community College Leadership -
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI12.2024
Master of Science Nursing (Incomplete) -
University of Texas
01.2017
Bachelor Science Nursing -
University of Texas
05.2013
Master of Science Education/Biology -
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS08.2000
Bachelor of Science Biology -
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.1994
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Healthcare management
- Quality Improvement
- Collaborative skills
- Effective Communication
- Developing training programs
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Performance Improvement
- Resource Coordination
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Training and mentoring
- Employee Supervision
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Goal Development
- Problem Identification
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- RAC-CT
- CPR
- Biology Teacher
- Principal
- EC-12
Affiliations
- Texas Nursing Association since 2014
- American Nurses Association since 2014
- National Association of Profession Women since 2011-2014s Association, Scholarship committee, since 2011-2017
- National Association of Black Nurses since 2011-2017
- Nursing Constituency Committee, 2011-2013
- National Association of Science Teachers, 2013
- Science Teachers Association of Texas, 2013
- Best I Can Be, Founder since 2010-2013
- Mount Olive Baptist Church Choir, 2012 – 2014
Additionalwork
- 2010, 2012, Adjunct Biology Instructor, Tarrant County Community College District
- 2007, 2009, Adjunct Biology Instructor, Dallas County Community College District
- 2001, 2007, Biology Teacher, Mansfield Independent School District
Personal Information
Title: BSN RN, MS Ed
Timeline
Director of Clinical Services
Pediatric Private Duty Nursing, Aveanna Healthcare
10.2022 - 05.2024
Instructor/Director of CNA/PCT Programs
Tarrant County College District
07.2021 - 10.2022
RN, School Nurse
Fort Worth ISD
08.2020 - 06.2021
RN, School Nurse
Fort Worth ISD
08.2018 - 06.2019
RN, Special Projects/Educator
Senior Living Properties
06.2017 - 08.2018
School Nurse
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Health South Rehabilitation Hospital, Arlington
06.2015 - 08.2015
Director of Care Delivery
Heartland Manor Care
01.2015 - 03.2015
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Heartland Manor Care
10.2014 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse
PSA Healthcare
08.2014 - 04.2016
Adjunct Biology Instructor
Tarrant County Community College District
08.2014 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse
Dallas Endoscopy Center
05.2013 - 10.2014
Home Health Aide
Bright Star Healthcare Agency
07.2012 - 11.2012
Instructional Facilitator, Math and Science
Arlington Independent School District
09.2007 - 06.2010
Doctorate of Community College Leadership -
Ferris State University
Master of Science Nursing (Incomplete) -
University of Texas
Bachelor Science Nursing -
University of Texas
Master of Science Education/Biology -
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Science Biology -
Mississippi College
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