Amy "Suzanne" Cosby
Savannah,GA
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to nursing leadership with track record of improving patient outcomes and staff performance. Known for enhancing operational efficiencies and implementing best practices. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to evolving healthcare needs.
Developed critical leadership and organizational skills within high-demand healthcare environment. Skilled in team management, patient care coordination, and regulatory compliance.
Experienced with nursing leadership, staff development, and patient care optimization. Utilizes strategic planning and quality improvement to enhance healthcare services. Strong understanding of team collaboration and resource management to drive impactful results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing & Quality Initiatives
SouthCoast Health
07.2017 - Current
- This position focuses on Performance Improvement (PI) and quality outcomes/measures
- This position works collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes and operational efficiencies in patient care management and clinical areas
Clinical Instructor
Georgia Southern University
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course objectives and materials
- I routinely met with students and preceptors regarding clinical progress
- I used a variety of teaching techniques to encourage students’ critical thinking and discussion in relationship with nursing care
Clinical Nurse Educator
St. Joseph/Candler Health System
07.2016 - 07.2017
- The Clinical Nurse Educator role is utilized to improve the overall quality of care within Critical Care
- This job helps prepare the nursing staff through education, certification, and the incorporation of research for the future
- The clinical educator focuses on clinical education, improving performance measures, engaging staff, and ensuring annual competencies are competed to meet the needs of the unit and improve overall care of patients
- The Clinical Nurse Educator utilizes the novice to expert nursing model; in conjunction with current evidence-based standards of practice to ensure new graduate nurses are fully oriented and competent upon completion of the orientation period
Cardiovascular Nurse Consultant
Inventiv Health & Publicis Touchpoint Solutions representing AstraZeneca
08.2013 - 07.2016
- As a Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) I worked with AstraZeneca’s cardiovascular division calling on HCP’s, nurses, and other healthcare stakeholders with the hospital and pharmacy setting
- As a CNC I provided branded as well as non-branded disease state education to practitioners and their staff
- Monitored market conditions, product innovation and competitor activity, while adjusting account sales and promotion approach in conjunction with Sales Representatives to address the latest market developments
Utilization Management Specialist
Memorial Health University Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2013
- Recorded and reviewed patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records and aided with a variety of case management duties
Clinical Instructor
Armstrong State University
01.2006 - 05.2009
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials
- I routinely met with students and preceptors regarding clinical progress
- Used a variety of teaching techniques to encourage students’ critical thinking and discussion in relationship to overall nursing care
Clinical Nurse Specialist and Staff RN
St. Josephs/Candler Health System
05.2003 - 08.2013
- Supervised employees consulted/led recruiting and hiring, assisted with employee review process, and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards created and improved medical protocols/guidelines
- Actively participated in Quality Assurance Program and Event Related Peer Review Chairperson
- Implemented new patient flow and assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements
- Recorded patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
- Performed all tasks with patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State University
Savannah, GA12-2003
Master of Science - Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Armstrong State University
Savannah, GA05-2009
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2024
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Process improvements
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Clinical resources management
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Professional development
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Georgia Southern University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Director of Nursing & Quality Initiatives
SouthCoast Health
07.2017 - Current
Clinical Nurse Educator
St. Joseph/Candler Health System
07.2016 - 07.2017
Cardiovascular Nurse Consultant
Inventiv Health & Publicis Touchpoint Solutions representing AstraZeneca
08.2013 - 07.2016
Utilization Management Specialist
Memorial Health University Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2013
Clinical Instructor
Armstrong State University
01.2006 - 05.2009
Clinical Nurse Specialist and Staff RN
St. Josephs/Candler Health System
05.2003 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Armstrong State University
Master of Science - Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Armstrong State University
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing Leadership And Management
Liberty University
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