Donne Ellison
Louisville
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with significant experience in delivering patient care and ensuring high standards of practice. Skilled in clinical procedures, patient assessment, and care planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments.
Personable and compassionate healthcare professional equipped with extensive medical knowledge and patient care skills. Possesses strong proficiency in administering medication and monitoring patient health. Committed to delivering top-notch care and positively impacting patient outcomes.
Driven, hardworking and veteran Psych Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise, and emergency response experience. Bringing 50
year record of success in nursing and desiring psych staff nursing with adults and children with our lady of peace, VA, and moccasin Ben state hospital facility.
Experienced with patient care management, delivering compassionate and efficient nursing services. Utilizes critical thinking skills to make informed decisions in fast-paced environments. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Offering solid foundation in healthcare principles and strong desire to learn and grow within clinical setting. Brings keen ability to quickly grasp medical procedures and patient care techniques. Ready to use and develop patient care skills and clinical knowledge in out patient part time role.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
VA Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2024
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN Staff Nurse
The Brook
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Staff Nurse
Our Lady of Peace Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2018
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Staff Nurse
Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute
09.2001 - 02.2007
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clevland State Community College
Cleveland, TN06-1989
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Patient management
- Family education
- Emergency care
- Specimen collection
- Quality improvement
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Staff NurseWork Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursTimeline
Staff Nurse
VA Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2024
RN Staff Nurse
The Brook
02.2018 - 05.2019
Staff Nurse
Our Lady of Peace Hospital
08.2007 - 02.2018
Staff Nurse
Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute
09.2001 - 02.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clevland State Community College
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