Alyssa Delcamp
New Columbia,PA
Summary
Accomplished Team Leader at Geisinger Medical Center, adept in fostering teamwork and collaboration while driving performance improvement. Leveraged problem-solving and analytical thinking to enhance efficiency and patient care quality. Excelled in staff training, prioritizing a culture of continuous learning and quality improvement, achieving significant advancements in team supervision and patient outcomes, while maintaining patient care skills and supporting staff by covering the floor when needed.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
11.2019 - Current
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
- Provided ongoing support to direct reports, addressing concerns or questions promptly so they could remain focused on their tasks.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
- Coordinated cross-departmental meetings to streamline project execution, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Streamlined internal processes, reducing project completion times and increasing overall efficiency.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Lead Charge Nurse, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
01.2015 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care by collaborating closely with case managers, discharge planners, and other healthcare professionals involved in the discharge process.
- Ensured a safe environment for patients and staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and infection control measures.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among nursing staff through regular training sessions and workshops.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing innovative nursing protocols and procedures.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections and increasing patient safety standards.
- Optimized resource allocation by evaluating staffing needs based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage at all times.
- Created an inclusive work environment that fostered collaboration among diverse team members.
- Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in better coordination of patient care plans.
- Managed critical situations calmly and effectively, contributing to positive outcomes in high-pressure scenarios.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions, assessments, and communications as per regulatory requirements.
- Mentored junior nurses, providing guidance on best practices and fostering professional growth.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Staff RN, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
08.2012 - 01.2015
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff RN, Labor and Delivery
Evangelical Community Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2012
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- rotated between Labor and Delivery, post-partum and nursery
Staff RN, Med/Surg
Evangelical Community Hospital
05.2007 - 06.2008
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05.2007
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Team motivation
- Team Supervision
- Staff Training
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Documentation And Reporting
- Performance Improvement
- Analytical Thinking
- Goal Setting
- Overseeing Daily Activities
- Quality Improvement
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Team Leader, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
11.2019 - Current
Lead Charge Nurse, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
01.2015 - 11.2019
Staff RN, Hemodialysis
Geisinger Medical Center
08.2012 - 01.2015
Staff RN, Labor and Delivery
Evangelical Community Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2012
Staff RN, Med/Surg
Evangelical Community Hospital
05.2007 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pennsylvania College of Technology