TRACY DAVIS
Mandeville
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Neonatal Intensive Care, excelling as a charge nurse and preceptor for new hires. Proven ability to coordinate interdisciplinary care, enhance patient outcomes, and uphold safety standards while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse NICU
Lakeside Hospital
Metairie
01.2007 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Medical Paraprofessional
Fontainebleau High School
Mandeville
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supported students with special needs during instruction and assessments.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Facilitated classroom management and student engagement activities to support effective learning environments.
- Guided students in classroom activities, strengthening their understanding and participation in lessons.
- Applied positive reinforcement techniques to effectively redirect negative behaviors and promote positive classroom dynamics.
- Supervised small groups during instruction, promoting collaborative learning.
- Prepared educational materials and resources for daily lessons.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within classroom environments.
Veterinarian
Crowder Animal Hospital/Cat Hospital
Metairie
01.1996 - 01.2022
- Performed surgeries and dental procedures on various animal species.
- Diagnosed illnesses and developed treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted thorough examinations for small animals and cats.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure patient welfare.
- Monitored vital signs during surgeries and other procedures.
- Diagnosed diseases through laboratory testing procedures such as blood work or urinalysis.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and nutrition strategies.
- Educated clients on responsible pet ownership topics such as spaying and neutering, vaccination schedules and flea prevention methods.
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
- Prescribed medications for health conditions after speaking with and listening to pet owners, reviewing health history, and observing symptoms.
- Prescribed medication and provided instructions for at-home care.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans based on patient diagnosis.
- Provided assistance and support to owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion, and kind words.
- Assisted in training new staff on veterinary protocols and procedures.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote animal health awareness.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with advances in veterinary medicine.
- Maintained detailed patient records with accurate information regarding diagnosis, treatments administered and prognosis.
Paraprofessional
Pontchartrain Elementary School
Mandeville
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supported individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP.
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce learning concepts.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and engaged students through interactive activities.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during activities.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage student behavior. to redirect negative behaviors.
- Provided personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to enhance student learning and well-being.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
Emergency Veterinarian
Riverlands Veterinary Hospital
Laplace
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Performed surgical procedures to address critical health issues in pets.
- Managed emergency cases in high-pressure situations to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Diagnosed and treated urgent medical conditions in various animal species.
- Performed medical assessments, diagnostic tests and treatments for animals in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure proper patient care.
- Coordinated with veterinarians and specialists to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Monitored vital signs during anesthetic procedures and maintained a sterile environment while performing surgeries.
- Assisted in training new veterinarians on emergency practices and procedures.
- Prescribed medications and determined dosages according to individual patient needs.
- Liaised with pet owners to gather detailed symptom information and clearly explain treatment options.
Emergency Veterinarian
La Veterinary Referral Center
Mandeville
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Managed emergency cases in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely and effective care.
- Performed surgical procedures to address critical health issues in pets.
- Performed medical assessments, diagnostic tests, and treatments for animals in emergencies, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Diagnosed and treated urgent medical conditions in various animal species.
- Coordinated with veterinarians and specialists to deliver comprehensive care for patients, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to ensure proper patient care.
- Monitored vital signs during anesthetic procedures and maintained a sterile environment while performing surgeries.
- Assisted in training new veterinarians on emergency practices and procedures.
- Assessed the need for further testing or referral services if additional assistance was required.
Education
Utilization Review
Utilization Review Nurse Training
On Line06-2026
Legal Nurse Consultant Program
Louisiana State University - Eunice
Eunice01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LSUHSC School of Nursing
New Orleans01-2007
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
Baton Rouge, LA01-1996
Skills
- Direct patient care delivery
- Patient assessment and evaluation
- Medication administration and safety
- Care coordination
- Care planning
- Emergency response planning
- Quality improvement
- Electronic health record management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Team collaboration and support
- Patient education
- Autonomous decision making
Certification
- Registered Nurse Louisiana 2007 – present
- Compact Registered Nurse 2024 - present
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1996 – 2010 retired
- Paraprofessional Certificate 2016
Timeline
Medical Paraprofessional
Fontainebleau High School
01.2018 - 01.2022
Paraprofessional
Pontchartrain Elementary School
01.2016 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse NICU
Lakeside Hospital
01.2007 - Current
Emergency Veterinarian
Riverlands Veterinary Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007
Emergency Veterinarian
La Veterinary Referral Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
Veterinarian
Crowder Animal Hospital/Cat Hospital
01.1996 - 01.2022
Utilization Review
Utilization Review Nurse Training
Legal Nurse Consultant Program
Louisiana State University - Eunice
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LSUHSC School of Nursing
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
LSU School of Veterinary Medicine