Dawn Flynn
Davison,MI
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient with EMR, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Homecare
Mederi Caretenders
New Port Richey, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Corso care home care
Milford, MI
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Ascension at Home
Grand Blanc, MI
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Genesis Total Health Care
Grand Blanc, MI
08.2009 - 01.2020
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Coordinated and evaluated interdisciplinary care for patients.
- Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center
Flint, MI
03.2005 - 08.2009
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises and practice improvement projects.
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies.
RN
Amedisys Home Health
Valrico, Florida
01.2024 - Current
- Homecare nurse working in the Tampa area applying knowledge and experience as a Homecare nurse for 17yrs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the care team.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
RN
All Americans hhc
Flint, Michigan
05.2023 - Current
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Charles Stewart Mott Community College
Flint, MI05.1998
Skills
COS-C CERTIFICATION
HCS-D CERTIFICATION
BLS
27 years of nursing experience to a diverse range of patient populations including ICU, cath lab, PACU and home care
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Documented patient information obtained from intake interviews.
- Reporting - Prepared regular charts on patient's health related history, medication restrictions and allergies.
Timeline
RN
Amedisys Home Health
01.2024 - Current
RN
All Americans hhc
05.2023 - Current
RN Homecare
Mederi Caretenders
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Corso care home care
04.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Ascension at Home
03.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Genesis Total Health Care
08.2009 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Hurley Medical Center
03.2005 - 08.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Charles Stewart Mott Community College