Candidate Contact Information

Name: Oneita Pittman

Address: 1115 National Guard Road
Columbia, MS 39429
601-736-7045
opc05686@westpost.net

Candidate Resume
Oneita Pittman
1115 National Guard Road
Columbia, MS 39429 USA
Tel: 601-736-7045 Email: opc05686@westpost.net
OBJECTIVE:
Dedicated registered nurse (RN) with varied experience in multiple medical field
s.
Developed strong work ethic and detailed oriented.
Reliable, ethical health care provider with ability to stay calm and intervene d
uring crises,to facilitate groups and educational seminars, and to collaborate o
n multidisciplinary
teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family memb
ers, physicians and other medical professionals.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
Completed all mandatory CPTP training for State Employees in Administrative and
Supervisor skills
Case Management
Medication Administration
Patient Assessment
Quality & Continuity of Care
Patient Advocacy
JCAHO Standards/Compliance
EDUCATION:
5/1983 Pearl River Community College, Poplarville, MS
*RN Associate Degree
1969 Pearl River Community College Extension Program
*Licensed Practical Nurse

ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Promoted to ADON due to excellent work ethics and attention to detail.
Detailed to DON for seven months and all duties completed on time and in an effi
cient manner.
Supervisor of the Quarter when detailed to DON
All Mandatory Training completed for Supervisors
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
8/1990 - 3/2010 Department of Corrections, Angie, LA
Worked as RN Supervisor day shift. Trained and orientated all new nursing employ
ees. Leader in emergency procedures and crises. Med/Adm for 3 pill calls and con
ducted sick calls to triage inmates for doctor or off-site referrals. Admit and
discharges from ward or from off-site facility. Contacted MD when necessary for
emergency treatment or transport of inmates or staff to off-site facility. Taugh
t Infection Control and Med/Adm during Orientation for all new employees and med
ical staff. Assisted MD in minor surgeries, emergencies, treatment, and orders.
Assisted DON and ADON in all their duties so was able to full in when they were
on leave. Facilitated continuing care among inmates and family. Worked with Medi
cal Records to organize and complete records and to review records for ACA audit
. Worked with security to coordinate care of all inmates. Did all general duties
to insure proper care, upkeep, and maintenance of equipment and medical departm
ent.
August a" 2002 Promoted to Assistant Director of Nursing. Facilitated off-site a
ppointments for all inmates when referred by MD. Taught orientation when DON was
not available. Conducted lab call-outs, eye referrals, and all medical procedur
es. Ordered supplies, inventory, and maintenance of all medical equipment. Condu
cted flu vaccine and TB call outs for all inmates and staff. Attended department
al meetings, responsible for all performance appraisal on staff and document per
formances. Scheduled Doctor call outs from sick call.
In 2003 detailed to DON for seven months. Responsible for all meetings, respond
to ARPas for the warden, conduct interviews for new staff members, payroll, audi
t committees. Assisted in investigation for security.
In 2008 took voluntary demotion from ADON to RN supervisor on night shift to be
more available for family and to return to a team to work less hours.
Retired March, 2010 with twenty years towards a Louisiana State Employment.
1988-1990 RN Night Supervisor at Bogalusa Medical Center. Bogalusa,LA
General duties for med/surg floor nurse. Ensured doctor's orders were effectivel
y carried
out,including testing, medical procedures and discharges. Assisted in all medica
l emergencies.
1987-1988 RN Supervisor-day shift Heritage Manor Nursing Home---Columbia, MS
Shift supervisor for all LPN's and CNA's. Med/Adm
Ensured that all doctor's orders effectively carried out,admit & discharges to f
acility.
Coordinated treatment and communication between staff and patients.
1983-1987 Columbia OBY/GYN Clinic-Columbia, MS
Dr. Charles Johnson
General office duties, lab work,inventory,order supplies,monitor equipment,assis
t receptionist andinsurance clerk in their duties.Made rounds with MD and assist
ed in surgery as ordered. Monitored medical records for accuracy as needed.
1980-1981 Columbia Primary & Elementary School Nurse LPN--Columbia, MS
Monitored students when ill, contacted parents, assisted teachers with school pl
ays.
Conducted education plays and videos on health matters.
1977-1980 Marion General Hospital LPN
Worked part time on med/surg floor and in emergency room. Med/Adm, assisted in e
mergencies, triage patients, contacted doctors, assisted other staff.
1969-1976 Columbia Family Clinic-Dr. Tom Whitehead-Columbia, MS
General office duties with lab work, emergencies, Med/Adm, Doctor's orders, medi
cal
transcriptions, filing and chart reviews.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Louisiana Board of Nursing
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Known as patient advocate and team player: believe in empowering patients by
delivering health education and nursing care that enhances wellness and quality
of life.
Known for strong work ethic and dependability.