SANDRA ELAINE DAVIS
Whitesboro
Summary
Highly skilled Registered Nurse with excellent experience in acute care management, communication, and interpersonal skills. I am a dedicated registered nurse committed to providing quality, patient-centered care in both hospital and chronic clinical settings. Fully credentialed and diversely experienced, with knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (HIPAA) and CMS guidelines.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Case Manager/Dialysis RN
IU Health Methodist
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Facilitated successful transitions between levels of care by developing detailed discharge plans and coordinating resources.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure clients had access to necessary medical services, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
Hemodialysis RN
Iconma Agency
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- 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.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Staff RN
Ascension Health
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Acute Inpatient Program Manager
Fresenius Kidney Care
05.2013 - 05.2021
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication of program goals and expectations.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
- Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Medical/Surgical Nurse Chronic Hemodialysis Nurse Adult Critical Care Registered
Indiana University Health
05.2016 - 01.2018
Nurse Manager
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
10.2006 - 05.2013
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Managed [Number] nurses and nursing activities in [Number]-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Staff RN
Wishard Hospital
11.2010 - 05.2012
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree -
Marian University
12.2013
Associate of Science Degree - undefined
Marian University
05.2006
Skills
- Renal (Acute and Chronic)
- Medical/Surgical
- Critical Care, medical-surgical
- Med-Psych and case management
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Telemetry monitoring
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, Indiana State Board of Nursing and Compact License
- BLS
Timeline
Acute Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2025 - Current
Hemodialysis RN
Iconma Agency
04.2024 - 01.2025
Staff RN
Ascension Health
10.2021 - 05.2023
Case Manager/Dialysis RN
IU Health Methodist
08.2021 - Current
Medical/Surgical Nurse Chronic Hemodialysis Nurse Adult Critical Care Registered
Indiana University Health
05.2016 - 01.2018
Acute Inpatient Program Manager
Fresenius Kidney Care
05.2013 - 05.2021
Staff RN
Wishard Hospital
11.2010 - 05.2012
Nurse Manager
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
10.2006 - 05.2013
Associate of Science Degree - undefined
Marian University
Bachelor of Science Degree -
Marian University
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