Wanda Dawley
Black River Falls
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aveanna Home Health
05.2024 - Current
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating services and maintaining open communication with patients, families, and providers.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to federal, state, and agency guidelines in all aspects of home health nursing practice.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their needs were met while respecting their preferences and values.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
- Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.
- Prevented complications by promptly identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to address them.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.
- Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion of required paperwork.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
RN Staff Nurse
Synergy Senior Care LLC
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Intake RN
Black River Memorial Hospital
07.2006 - 03.2023
- Guided admission staff in initial patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens/discharge.
- Furnished patient treatment information to insurance companies in compliance with established parameters.
- Offered exceptional support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Displayed functional familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance coverage protocols.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Attended in-house trainings and continuing education.
- Coordinated incoming hospice patients and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment.
- Directed patient admissions with scheduling staff.
- Coordinated patients homecare/hospice/palliative care admissions with other hospital departments, clinics, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, families, patients.
- Interacted professionally with families and provided empathetic support and professional guidance.
- Explained home services to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details to determine eligibility for home programs.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on what each home program has to offer, how it is covered, and qualifications.
- Evaluated patient histories and current symptoms for determining eligibility.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Assisted to set up high level of quality care to diverse populations based on appropriate department admission.
- Coordinated multiple patient admissions simultaneously for different programs.
PM/Night Shift Charge Nurse
Pine View Care Center
08.1995 - 07.2006
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency for discharge planning.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Performed scheduling tasks for nurses and CNA's.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Wisconsin Technical College
La Crosse, WI05.1995
Licenses & Certifications
Skills
- Patient Health Information Access
- Patient Admission guidelines to Home based care
- Medical Insurance Billing authorizations
- In-Home Patient Care
- New Patient Intake
- Caregiver and Family Support
- HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
- Community Program Referrals
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Aveanna Home Health
05.2024 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
Synergy Senior Care LLC
03.2023 - 05.2024
Intake RN
Black River Memorial Hospital
07.2006 - 03.2023
PM/Night Shift Charge Nurse
Pine View Care Center
08.1995 - 07.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Wisconsin Technical College
Licenses & Certifications
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