Vonnie Gatlin
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record of enhancing student and patient outcomes through effective classroom management and high-quality nursing care. Leveraged organizational abilities and relationship-building skills to foster positive environments and implement evidence-based practices. Achieved significant improvements in educational engagement, healthcare efficiency, and desired outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Livingston Parish Public School System
01.2024 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
RN Consultant
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular audits of medical records, medication administration, and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.
- Optimized resource allocation by assessing staffing levels, equipment availability, and budget constraints to ensure efficient operations.
- Empowered nursing staff through regular performance evaluations, constructive feedback sessions, and targeted skill development initiatives.
- Enhanced patient care by providing expert advice and recommendations on nursing practices and policies.
- Streamlined nursing processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based best practices.
- Improved clinical outcomes for patients through continuous evaluation of treatment plans and interventions.
- Advocated for policy changes within the organization to enhance the overall quality of patient care and improve nursing practices.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
QAPI RN
Key Home Health Care
01.2022 - 09.2023
Transitioned DON duties to newly hired DON; Assessed knowledge level of all Federal and State regulations providing education as needed
Performed regulatory audits for all payment denials, ADR's etc
Assisted in Development of New Policies & Procedures as well as revision of existing Policies & Procedures to meet regulatory standards
Provided feedback to staff and management on audit findings
Director of Nursing
Key Home Health Care
03.2016 - 01.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss patient status, census changes, and any complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Director of Nursing
Excel Home Health
04.2011 - 03.2016
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss status, patient census changes, and complaints or concerns.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Regional Director/Director of Nursing
Delta Home Health
08.2002 - 04.2012
- Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by evaluating existing processes and introducing innovative solutions.
- Motivated employees through effective communication, recognition programs, and tailored incentive structures that aligned with corporate objectives.
- Produced reports weekly to analyze job performance against team goals.
- Served as mentor to emerging leaders, sharing knowledge and expertise while fostering environment of continuous learning and growth
- Monitored staff performance by actively engaging in and observing day-to-day activities.
- Visited sites periodically to view service levels and adherence to global service standards.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by developing initiatives focused on enhancing service quality and responsiveness.
- Delivered comprehensive training programs to build highly skilled teams capable of delivering on company goals and objectives.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
RN
East Jefferson General Hospital
10.1997 - 02.2002
- Administered medications via oral, IV and IM accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within the unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Transitioned to Call Center after 2 years on Cardiac Stepdown Unit to develop and implement a post hospital follow up program for 6 month monitoring/education of all CABG and Valve Replacement patients post discharge from acute facility utilizing evidence based best practices. Feedback on results provided to Cardiac and Thoracic surgeons at quarterly meetings.
- After successful implementation of Cardiac program, worked with outpatient Diabetic clinic to develop a telephonic follow up program for further monitoring and education outpatient diabetic. Patients based on evidence based best practices and ADA guidelines.
- Developed and implemented telephonic follow up program for all emergency room discharges to facilitate appropriate medical follow up and patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with Same Day Surgery department to develop and implement pre surgery and post surgery telephonic program based on evidence based best practices to facilitate positive patient outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.1994
Skills
- Excellent Clinical Skills - patient assessments; IV, venipuncture, wound care, compression dressings, foley catheter, CBG monitoring, Anticoagulant Monitoring,
- Care Plan Development based on evidence based practices to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Excellent Communication Skills, oral and written
- Excellent Critical thinking
- Empathy, Accountability
- Ability to identify areas for improvement and take pro-active approach
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- Organizational abilities
- Group and individual instruction
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Livingston Parish Public School System
01.2024 - Current
RN Consultant
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
QAPI RN
Key Home Health Care
01.2022 - 09.2023
Director of Nursing
Key Home Health Care
03.2016 - 01.2022
Director of Nursing
Excel Home Health
04.2011 - 03.2016
Regional Director/Director of Nursing
Delta Home Health
08.2002 - 04.2012
RN
East Jefferson General Hospital
10.1997 - 02.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
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