DW Danette Williams
Oakland, CA ***** 510-***-****
adz8cu@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY Compassionate Registered Nurse with 24 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. Strong leader with critical thinking, team player skills with unique management flair. Clinical competence, in-depth business acumen, solid problem-solving ability, unparalleled interpersonal, communication and time management talents, with proactive, meticulous work ethic. In-depth knowledge of EPIC and Meditec programs . ACCOMPLISHMENTS Gold Winner of the Austco Excellence Award for Quality and Patient Safety from the International Hospital Federation (IHF). 2021 Northern California Region's “Advance Alert Monitor” Lawrence Patient Safety Regional Award winner 2020
Co-Presenter at the 6th Annual evidence-based Practice & Research Conference-2019 Preventing Alarm fatigue through use of Predictive analytics managed by Virtual Quality Team
SKILLS Time Management
Care Planning
Patient Education
Diagnosis and Treatment
Verbal and Written
Communication
Standards of Care
Critical Thinking
Physical Examination
Problem Solving
Therapeutic Interventions
Disease Prevention Education
WORK HISTORY REGIONAL QUALITY NURSE CONSULTANT 01/2014 to CURRENT Regional Quality Department Kaiser Permanente Oakland, CA. Conducted frequent medical records reviews and audits to verify followed quality measures.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies. Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care 01/2014 to 02/23
such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation for 21 facilities in northern California
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of patients in challenging healthcare environment.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities. Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction. DIRECTOR OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES 08/2019 to CURRENT REGISTERED NURSE
BrightStar Care Dublin, CA.
Provide thoughtful care to client & patients based on personalized Plan of Care.
Management of patient case load to deliver variety of infusion in home setting.
Management of nursing staff including hiring, training, and mentoring Responsible for fiscal accounting for staffing costs Responsible for regulatory and accreditation compliance Responsible for Quality, Accreditation, Regulation, and Licensing compliance.
Reviewed and assessed treatment plans for appropriateness of clinical content frequency goals and referrals to other disciplines. Assigned new patient referrals to clinical personnel and arranged for evaluations within 24 hours.
Guided and counseled coordinators, case managers and clinical supervisors and assisted in continually improving patient services. Coordinated and oversaw direct and indirect patient services delivered by clinical organization personnel.
Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Working experience in drug trials proficient in documentation, following orders and following all aspects of trial protocols NURSE AND HOME 05/2019 to 01/2021
RO Health, Inc Hayward, CA.
Deliver highest level of quality patient care in public-school setting for students with chronic conditions,
Deliver medically intensive home healthcare nursing to patients with chronic illnesses and disabilities
Providing assessment, medication administration, and communication with physician and family 24 families
Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene and ambulation.
Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques and nursing care needs. Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.
Coordinated and collaborated with various multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and promote patient safety and health. Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs. EDUCATION Master of Science Nursing Practice EXPECTED IN 12/2022 West Coast University, North Hollywood, CA
Bachelor of Science Nursing Science 12/1996
Montana State University - Bozeman, Bozeman, MT
AFFILIATIONS American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)-National and Local Chapter #13014359 American Nurses Association # 03342713 CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Registered Nurse - 2023
BLS Certification -2024
Conflict Resolution Management Certification 2015 Leading from the Middle, Middle Management Certification- 2016 IHI Patient Safety University Certification- 2017
Kaiser Permanente Performance Improvement Institute Certification-2014 ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
Travel Nurse Fast Staff Services
Staff Nurse/Manager/Charge John Muir Medical Center -Orthopedics/Spinal Alta Bates Medical Center-Oncology/BMT St. Rose Hospital Kalispell Regional Medical Center- Tele, ICU, Med-Surg, Home Health/Hospice Independent Contractor with Dr. Ativa Oncology services for Vacaville and San Quentin State Prison
American Red Cross CPR and First Aide Instructor Clinical Instructor Samuel Merritt Nursing College Home Health/Hospice Kalispell Regional Medical Center EXPECTED IN 12/2024
BLS Certification -2024, ACLS-2025
Director of Accreditation, Regulation & Licensing Kaiser-2007-2014 PROFESSIONAL/CO
MMUNITY
INVOLVEMENT AND
ACHIEVEMENTS
Habitat for Humanity - Help with fundraising and intake for families who are in need of housing
Axis Community Health Services- Help to feed the community weekly through free food distribution
Project CURE volunteer- raising awareness of donating medical supplies and sorting for shipping to third world countries
Hop along Animal rescue- volunteer to care for animals in need of forever homes. Provide fostering services as needed