Janice Ray Evans, RN

Weaverville, NC 28787 828.275.4347 jrayevans@gmail.com

REGISTERED NURSE / PROGRAM MANAGER

Health Care / Non-Profit
Dedicated and well-qualified healthcare professional with wealth of experiences with diverse populations. Unique blend of attention to detail with top-notch communication skills. Expert ability to build rapport while earning confidence and trust. Respected team player known for going the extra mile to deliver the best possible result. Praised by patients and their family members for providing attentive, integrity-driven, and quality care.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS NURSING

HOSPICE RN CASE MANAGER 20022012
Health Management Associates, TN (2 years) Hospice Ministries, MS (3 years) Hospice of Lights, MS (2 years) Hospice Austin, TX (6 years)

PSYCHIATRIC NURSE, TN 20082009

Provided care for patients dealing with mental illness, substance abuse, Alzheimers disease and end of life. Verified physicians documentation, administered medications, and observed changes in patient condition. Delivered palliative care for terminally ill patientsmanaging pain and addressing spiritual and mental health needs. Supervised CNA staff scheduling as well as managed care issues. Turned adversarial situations with family members into collaborative relationships with nursing staff. Inspired CNAs to enhance patient care quality. Communicated effectively with administrators, social workers, pharmacists, and volunteers.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY / NON-PROFIT

YOUTH DIRECTOR, Fountain City United Methodist Church, TN (1 year) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Bailey Avenue Health Education Foundation, MS (2 years) COMMUNITY ORGANIZER, Interfaith Industrial Area Foundation, LA (1 year) CRISIS COUNSELOR, Telephone Crisis Line (1 year) MEMBER, Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities MS (1 year)
Managed numerous community and church-sponsored initiatives either as paid staff or volunteer. Explored new approaches to combat poverty with the community, colleges, health care providers, and politicians. Advocated for inner city residents to access needed health and social services. Liaised with provider resources. Coordinated supervision of and activities for middle-school youth including field trips and speakers.

EDUCATION CERTIFICATION CONTINUING EDUCATION

Degree: Licensure: Certification: Courses: BS Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX North Carolina (Active) Hospice and Palliative Nurse, National Board for Certification of Hospice and Palliative Nurses Parish Nurse Preparation Community Health Advisor Training Pastoral Ministry Non-profit Training Health Ministries Community-based Post-traumatic Stress Management Community Building Workshop