Adelina McCaulley
REGISTERED NURSE
Southfield,MI
Summary
Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with over 35 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Post Cardiac Surgical/ thoracic nursing care.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Drove marketing initiatives to increase brand recognition, facilitate promotion and boost revenue.
- Coordinated with human resources department to handle payroll and personnel databases.
- Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
- Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.
- Targeted new customers to grow geographic reach and increase revenue.
- Networked with industry professionals to exchange best practice knowledge and stay abreast of latest developments.
- Oversaw successful planning and execution of staff meetings
Director of Nursing
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Evaluated work performance of personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Planned and assigned workload to staff to direct patient care.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss clients status, census changes and clients complaints or concerns.
- Created customized care plans, working with staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Organized and facilitated department head meetings weekly, discussing current census, admissions and discharges.
Home Health Nurse
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
- Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels.
Director of Nursing
ALLIANCE HOMECARE SERVIVES, INC
09.1997 - 06.2011
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss patients status, census changes and patients complaints or concerns.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Evaluated work performance of personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
St John Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1997
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
ICU Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
05.1984 - 06.1989
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Brain Trauma Rehabilitation Center
04.1984 - 08.1984
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Southfield, MI 06.2002 - 06.2002
GRADUATE NURSE - NURSING
GENERAL AGUINALDO COLLEGE
MANILA, PHILIPPINES 04.1979 - 04.1979
PRE- NURSING - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF THE EAST
MANILA, PHILIPPINES 04.1976 - 04.1976
High School Diploma -
MANUEL ROXAS HIGH SCHOOL
MANILA, PHILIPPINES 04.1973 - 04.1973
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL -
HILAPNITAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LEYTE, PHILIPPINES 04.1969 - 04.1969
Skills
Business administration
Performance improvement
Project Management
Financial leadership
Budgeting
Operations oversight
Patient Assessments
Case management
Patient care
Medication Administration
State regulations knowledge
Teamwork and Collaboration
Interpersonal Communication
Organization and Time Management
Care plan assessment
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Walt Disney
Affiliations
KIWANIS COSMOPOLITAN OD DETROIT- PRESIDENT 2021-2023
PHILIPPINE NURSES ASSOCIATION OF MICHIGAN
PRESIDENT ELECT 2022-2023
PHILIPPINE NURSES ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
MEMBER
FILIPINO AMERICAN COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN
BOARD MEMEBR- 2023-2025
PHILIPPINE AMERICAN COMMUNITY CENTER OF MICHIGAN
CURRENT BOARD MEMBER
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FILIPINO AMERICAN ASSOSIATIONS OF AMERICA
CURRENT BOARD MEMBER
Timeline
Administrator
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
Director of Nursing
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
Home Health Nurse
ACCELERATED HOMECARE SERVICES, INC
06.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
06.2002 - 06.2002
Director of Nursing
ALLIANCE HOMECARE SERVIVES, INC
09.1997 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse, CVICU
St John Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1997
ICU Nurse
Saratoga Hospital
05.1984 - 06.1989
Registered Nurse
Brain Trauma Rehabilitation Center
04.1984 - 08.1984
GRADUATE NURSE - NURSING
GENERAL AGUINALDO COLLEGE
04.1979 - 04.1979
PRE- NURSING - NURSING
UNIVERSITY OF THE EAST
04.1976 - 04.1976
High School Diploma -
MANUEL ROXAS HIGH SCHOOL
04.1973 - 04.1973
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL -
HILAPNITAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
04.1969 - 04.1969