LISA BETH GOYETTE
Ledyard,CT
Summary
Dedicated RN, Nurse Leader, and Educator with exceptional nursing skills and extensive medical knowledge. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and place individuals at ease. Compassionate nursing leader dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice, patient care, and regulatory compliance. Extensive background working with adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations in psychiatric and behavioral health settings. Experienced in hospital operations, nursing leadership, staff education, program development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to lead clinical teams, improve operational efficiency, and support staff development while maintaining quality outcomes.
Healthcare Administrator with proven to deliver exemplary level of healthcare service delivery to patients. Coordinate admission and discharge of patients. Plan and implement strategies for developing improved health care management. Proven problem solver and excellent communicator. Strong organizational skills, superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Recognized for staff development leading to high performing teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Supervisor
Day Kimball Health Care
Putnam, CT
12.2024 - Current
- Supervise daily hospital operations and provide leadership support to nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
- Manage patient flow, staffing coordination, and operational issues throughout the facility.
- Collaborate with physicians, department leaders, and administration to optimize patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.
- Respond to patient, family, and staff concerns while ensuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- Assist with risk management, incident response, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Oversee clinical operations during evenings, nights, and weekends as designated hospital administrator.
- Mentor and support nursing staff while promoting professional development and high standards of patient care.
- Facilitate communication between departments to maintain continuity, safety, and quality of care.
Clinical Instructor Psychiatric-Mental Health
Yale New Haven School of Nursing GEPN Program
New Haven, CT
11.2020 - Current
- Use individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making, and health teaching.
- Educate and mentor students to help overcome academic obstacles and personal difficulties.
- Deliver educational experiences integrating theoretical knowledge, evidence-based principles, and clinical nursing expertise.
- Evaluate students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct comprehensive assessments.
- Design clinical assignments consistent with student competency and learning needs.
- Contribute subject matter expertise toward improving nursing education and student performance.
Associate Clinical Professor
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
05.2020 - Current
- Provide clinical and classroom instruction to undergraduate and graduate nursing students in psychiatric and mental health nursing.
- Develop and implement evidence-based curriculum to support student learning and clinical competency.
- Supervise students in behavioral health, acute care, and community clinical settings.
Director of Nursing
State of CT Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services
CT
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality patient care.
- Administered executive supervision while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedules in accordance with contractual, budgetary, and accreditation requirements.
- Managed healthcare delivery changes and technological innovations while maintaining focus on quality outcomes.
- Recruited, hired, trained, and supervised clinical staff.
- Implemented corrective action plans following government inspections and audits.
Nurse Manager
Yale New Haven Health System
Westerly, RI
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Instrumental in building a newly constructed inpatient psychiatric unit from a 12-bed program with 25 staff to an 18-bed unit with oversight of approximately 75 staff members.
- Managed FTEs, payroll, staffing, budgeting, and operational oversight.
- Led interdisciplinary teams through supervision, training, coaching, and performance management.
- Resolved conflicts among physicians, nurses, and healthcare personnel to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw clinical operations, policy development, and regulatory compliance.
- Managed recruitment, financial oversight, and human resources functions.
- Ensured staffing and supply demands were met within budgetary constraints.
- Assisted with rollout and implementation of medical administration software.
Clinical Nursing Instructor and SIM Lab Instructor
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Worcester, MA
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Delivered classroom and clinical instruction to nursing students from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained student attendance, grading, and educational records.
- Developed lesson plans to improve concentration, participation, and accountability.
- Educated students on detoxification, addiction, medications, recovery, and psychiatric nursing concepts.
- Assisted with implementation of a psychiatric simulation laboratory curriculum.
Clinical Nursing Instructor / Lead Clinical Teacher & Guest Lecturer
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided onsite clinical training for sophomore, junior, and senior nursing students.
- Developed course plans addressing academic, intellectual, and social learning needs.
- Established a six-month psychiatric clinical rotation program for junior nursing students.
- Introduced students to psychiatric nursing and dual diagnosis treatment concepts.
- Motivated students through interactive lectures and clinical discussions.
RN, Staff Educator, CPI & CPR Instructor
Southcoast Behavioral Health Hospital
Dartmouth, MA
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Organized, planned, and executed annual Staff Skills Fair for over 275 hospital staff members.
- Assisted with onboarding and education of newly hired employees.
- Provided patient education related to detoxification, addiction recovery, medications, coping skills, and community resources.
- Accurately documented nursing assessments, treatments, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Prepared departments for HIPAA and Joint Commission reviews.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
Director of Nurses
High Point Hospital
Middleboro, MA
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Supervised day-to-day nursing operations in accordance with facility policies and standards.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided coaching, counseling, and disciplinary support.
- Oversaw quality assurance initiatives and utilization review activities.
- Planned nursing assignments and monitored staffing productivity.
- Conducted nursing rounds to ensure compliance with best practice standards.
- Maintained awareness of healthcare regulations, technology, and operational improvements.
Director of Psychiatric Services
Landmark Medical Center
Woonsocket, RI
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained 24-hour administrative responsibility for inpatient adult/geriatric psychiatric services and psychiatric emergency department operations.
- Supervised nursing, social work, and case management teams.
- Developed performance improvement activities and behavioral health programming.
- Prepared psychiatric units for Joint Commission review.
- Supervised approximately 76 behavioral health employees.
- Coordinated intake operations, treatment recommendations, and patient transitions.
- Collaborated with hospitals, law enforcement, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care.
Director of Outpatient Services & Interim Director of Inpatient Geriatric Services
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
North Providence, RI
08.2013 - 02.2015
- Directed outpatient clinical operations and maintained fiscal oversight of budgets and expenditures.
- Supervised clinical staff and improved service utilization and operational efficiency.
- Developed DBT/CBT programming and educational materials utilized throughout the hospital system.
- Oversaw a 20-bed geriatric psychiatric inpatient unit.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care and regulatory compliance activities.
- Assisted with implementation of electronic medical records for psychiatric services.
- Prepared units for Joint Commission and Department of Health reviews.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Bradley Hospital
East Providence, RI
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Coordinated staffing and maintained appropriate patient-to-staff ratios.
- Assisted with implementation and utilization of electronic medical records.
- Maintained safety and organization of inpatient psychiatric units.
- Developed coaching, mentoring, and counseling initiatives for nursing staff.
- Supported programming and operations on the Children’s Psychiatric Unit.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing & Education
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Education
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI01.1994
Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI01.1984
Skills
Nursing Leadership & Hospital Operations
Behavioral Health Administration
Staff Training & Development
Regulatory Compliance & Joint Commission Readiness
Revenue, Budget & Staffing Management
Curriculum Development & Clinical Education
Psychopharmacology Knowledge
Psychiatric & Mental Health Care
Policy & Program Development
Crisis Intervention & Patient Safety
Electronic Medical Records & Computerized Charting
Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
Certification
- Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse-Board Certified (PMH-BC), 2021–Present
- CPR – Basic/Cardiac & First Aid Certification #019HKA
- Rhode Island Registered Nurse License #RN32864
- Connecticut Registered Nurse License #144021
- Certified School Nurse Educator #22378
- Certified Safe Patient Handling Specialist
- National Incident Command Post Certified
Affiliations
- Rhode Island State Nurses Association (RISNA)
- National Nursing Association (NNA)
- National Association of School Nurses (NASN)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (STTI)
Timeline
Hospital Supervisor
Day Kimball Health Care
12.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing
State of CT Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services
03.2022 - 12.2024
Clinical Instructor Psychiatric-Mental Health
Yale New Haven School of Nursing GEPN Program
11.2020 - Current
Associate Clinical Professor
Quinnipiac University
05.2020 - Current
Nurse Manager
Yale New Haven Health System
12.2019 - 03.2022
RN, Staff Educator, CPI & CPR Instructor
Southcoast Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2017 - 12.2019
Clinical Nursing Instructor / Lead Clinical Teacher & Guest Lecturer
University of Rhode Island
08.2016 - 05.2020
Director of Nurses
High Point Hospital
08.2016 - 03.2017
Clinical Nursing Instructor and SIM Lab Instructor
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
05.2016 - 08.2020
Director of Psychiatric Services
Landmark Medical Center
02.2015 - 01.2016
Director of Outpatient Services & Interim Director of Inpatient Geriatric Services
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
08.2013 - 02.2015
Assistant Nurse Manager
Bradley Hospital
08.2008 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Social Work & Psychology
University of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Science - Education
Roger Williams University
Master of Science - Nursing & Education
University of Phoenix