Dynamic Clinical Nurse Coordinator at Good Samaritan Hospital with a proven track record in care coordination and quality improvement. Expert in discharge planning and clinical assessment, enhancing patient outcomes through effective team leadership and staff development. Successfully implemented protocols that improved patient satisfaction scores and streamlined resource allocation.
Healthcare professional prepared for role with solid foundation in patient care coordination and clinical management. Proven track record of optimizing patient treatment plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and achieving targeted outcomes while adapting to dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2008 - Current
Coordinated patient care across departments, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care.
Developed and implemented clinical protocols to enhance patient outcomes and standardize care practices.
Led interdisciplinary team meetings to address patient care challenges and improve collaboration among healthcare providers.
Conducted thorough assessments of patient needs to develop individualized care plans and interventions.
Streamlined resource allocation processes to optimize staff efficiency and improve patient care delivery.
Facilitated regular training sessions for nursing staff on best practices and emerging healthcare trends.
Monitored patient outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implemented corrective actions as needed.
Collaborated with quality assurance teams to review clinical practices and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Enhanced patient satisfaction scores by implementing feedback mechanisms and addressing concerns promptly.
Provided guidance on ethical dilemmas in patient care, fostering a supportive environment for staff decision-making.
Evaluated the effectiveness of patient education materials, revising content to improve comprehension and retention.
Managed patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up care instructions.
Engaged in community outreach efforts to promote health education and resources available at the hospital.
Mentored and supervised nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.
Managed staffing needs by creating schedules, adjusting assignments based on patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks efficiently.
Facilitated timely discharge planning by collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Contributed to quality improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and implementation of best practices.
Coordinated seamless transitions of care across various healthcare settings by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 07.2008
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Worked as a registered staff nurse II on a med- surge/trauma level 1 acute orthopedic floor. Experience with major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures, patient positioning, and sterile techniques.
Managed comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care for orthopedic trauma patients.
provided exceptional care for inpatients, focusing on joint
service and complex trauma cases. Implemented protocols
that reduced patient recovery time by a measurable
percentage.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, California, CA
05-2005
Skills
Discharge planning
Patient confidentiality
Clinical documentation
Clinical assessment
Care coordination
Quality improvement
Nursing leadership
Team development
Staff development
Compliance monitoring
Performance improvement
Staff education
Nursing oversight
Teamwork
Accomplishments
-Dedicated and compassionate nurse leader with over 20 yrs of experience in an acute care hospital settings. Combining patient care experience while developing myself in nurse leadership roles. Working well in high pressure environments; comfortable and steady in a fast-paced work establishment.
-Adept at managing sudden high crisis situations and recognizing the value of collaboration in a teamwork environment.
-Currently held a charge nurse position since 2008, guiding staff and working with patients and physicians at the bedside consulting and coordinating care. In addition working with upper management division teams in clinical nurse coordinator meetings to gain knowledge and bring back information to the unit in order to facilitate and increase patient care outcomes.
-Trained new grads and new hires via preceptor by proxy in acute care clinical settings.
Certification
ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF NURSING/ SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE
Graduation May 11,2005
BLS CERTIFICATION/ AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
May 2024-2026
ACLS CERTIFICATION/ AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
May 2024-2026
REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE
California #661082 expires June 30/2027
Interests
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Participate in track and field and cross country running, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
Hiking
Volunteering with youth sports programs as a volunteer youth track and field coach at Rancho Cotati Highschool in Rohnert Park, Ca
Certified Surgical Technologist at EOSC, St Joseph Hospital, Good Samaritan HospitalCertified Surgical Technologist at EOSC, St Joseph Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital
Vice President of Surgical Service at Good Samaritan Hospital – Hospital Corporation of AmericaVice President of Surgical Service at Good Samaritan Hospital – Hospital Corporation of America