Alana Lajoy Douglas

MSN, FNP-BC, ACLS, BLS, PALS

Talent

120 Victoria Circle, Newton, MS 39345Member since June 17, 2026

Population Health ManagementAcute CarePrimary CareEmergency NursingIntermediate CareTelemetryHome HealthEvidence-Based PracticeA1C RegulationBlood Pressure ControlMedication ComplianceScreening and PreventionCare Gaps ClosureInterdisciplinary TeamworkValue-Based CareHolistic CareTime ManagementPhysical ExaminationsSelf-Management TechniquesRapid TriageRisk AnalysisSterile ProcedureEquipment PreparationSafety MeasuresClinical Decision-MakingDocumentationQuality ImprovementDischarge PlanningComfort MeasuresEnd of Life Care

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About

An intelligent, compassionate, and highly flexible Family Nurse Practitioner whose base was holistic, patient-centered, and with a broad clinical experience in the entire healthcare continuum. Proficient in population health management, acute care, primary care, emergency nursing, along with intermediate care, telemetry, home health, and hospice, with over 10 years of varied experience to improve the quality of practice in rural and underserved populations. Is highly skilled in making thorough examinations, creating patient-centered treatment, managing chronic and acute diseases, and using evidence-based practice to enhance the health outcomes in patients.

Skilled in-patient follow-up and enhancement of quality measures, such as A1C regulation, blood pressure control, medication compliance, screening and prevention, and elimination of care gaps. Skilled in using the method of working with data at the population level, interdisciplinary teamwork, and value-based care approaches to decrease hospitalization rate, increase continuity of care, and aid organizational performance standards. Improves positive communication with the patients, family, and healthcare team, conveying ideas clearly and kindly and in an educative manner so that patients could contribute to their care.

I am recognized as having a stable mood, being clinically accurate, and having the capacity to perform well in the work environment with extreme stress, such as an emergency department or urgent care environment. Brings in outstanding planning, organizational, and time management skills, and renders safe, efficient, and quality care with regular frequency. The belief is in long-term patient care through holistic, evidence-based practice to enhance the well-being of patients, advance health equity, and further patient health.

Experience

Family Nurse Practitioner — Population Health, Urgent Care & Primary Care Float - Covington County Hospital

(2025-07)

Population Health

Decrease hospitalizations and enhance chronic condition outcomes through evidence-based approaches in the management of high-risk patient panels.
Perform thorough patient diagnoses and create customized care strategies for diabetic, hypertensive, COPD, and CHF patients, among other chronic disease patients.
Work together with care coordinators, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams to overcome social determinants of health and close care gaps.
Oversee and address the quality improvement on critical quality indicators, such as A1C control, blood pressure control, medication adherence, preventive screenings, and ED visits follow-up.
Use population-level information to establish trends, use specific interventions, and facilitate value-based care initiatives.

Family Nurse Practitioner — Urgent Care - Covington County Hospital

(2025-07)

Urgent Care

Episodic instructions of acute illnesses and minor injuries, including diagnostics, regular treatment strategy, and medication.
Perform physical examinations, order and interpret labs/imaging, and provide quick clinical decision-making in a high-volume environment.
Teach the patients about their treatment, required follow-ups, and preventive procedures to decrease unnecessary ED utilization.

Family Nurse Practitioner — Primary Care Float - Covington County Hospital

(2025-07)

Primary Care Float

Provide care to several primary care clinics addressing acute and chronic diseases, wellness checks, and care prevention.
Swiftly transition to different workflows and patient populations in a clinic and, at the same time, preserve continuity and care quality.
Participate in the clinic-level quality improvement initiatives, such as care gaps closure, enhance the accuracy of documentation, and facilitate compliance with CMS and organizational quality standards.

Case Manager RN (PRN) - AccentCare Home Health - Forest, MS

(2021-09)

Give extensive in-home care services to acute care patients who have just been discharged.
Treat complicated cases such as wounds, drains, and chronic/acute conditions with a follow-up.
Home Care Home-Based visits. Document OASIS.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to organize the safe transitions and best outcomes.

Travel Registered Nurse - Freedom Healthcare Staffing - Aurora, CO

(2014-01 - 2021-08)

Provided quality care in EDs and Intermediate Care/Cardiac/Medical/Surgery Telemetry units throughout the United States.
Administered physical examinations, captured medical history, and created personal care plans.
Trained patients and families about the disease processes, drugs, and self-management techniques.
Traced the progress of patients' recovery and worked with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to maximize results.
Assured sterile procedure, equipment preparation, and application of safety measures.
Advocated for patient dignity, privacy, and rights.

Travel Registered Nurse — IMC - Krucial Staffing - Overland Park, KS

(2020-03 - 2021-03)

Delivered maleficence care in high-acuity deployments, such as COVID-19 response missions, emergency, and intermediate care.
Education, discharge planning, and care coordination of the supported families.
Kept proper records and allowed continuity of care in extremely dynamic settings.

Registered Nurse - Pioneer Community Hospital - Newton, MS

(2011-10 - 2014-01)

Remained in the Emergency Department and conducted rapid triage and primary evaluations.
Physical examination and risk analysis, as well as the prevention of early disease development.
Taught patients and family in managing the disease and medications.
Provided a safe and therapeutic setting and worked with multidisciplinary teams.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Guardian Angel Hospice | Forrest General Hospital

(2008-03 - 2011-10)

Provided holistic care to the terminally ill patients, such as ADL, comfort measures, and emotional support.
Educated families on the dying process and end of life care.
Monitored vital signs, recorded patient conditions, and provided mobility and transfers.