Achieved high-quality patient care delivery through effective collaboration in diverse settings. Enhanced patient assessment and emergency response capabilities, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Promoted teamwork to navigate dynamic healthcare environments successfully.
Achieved timely project delivery through effective management of multiple initiatives. Enhanced task prioritization to consistently meet deadlines and uphold accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Nurse
Sunbelt Travel Nursing
Miami, FL
04.2025 - Current
Delivered high-quality patient care in various healthcare settings across diverse geographical locations.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure seamless transitions of care.
Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medication management, and post-discharge care instructions.
Implemented infection control protocols to maintain safety standards in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.
Executive Director
Victoria Place Senior Living
Port Townsend, WA
03.2024 - 03.2025
Assisted in coordinating resident care during transition to executive director role. Supported staffing education and training initiatives. Aided in nursing decisions and compliance with state regulations. Managed departmental budgets effectively. Completed CDC certification in infection prevention and management training courses.
Directed operational strategies to elevate resident satisfaction and foster community engagement.
Exhibited strong self-motivation and accountability in executing all assigned tasks.
Excelled in fast-paced, high-pressure settings to drive operational efficiency.
Executive Director
Vintage Care Senior Living
Palatka, FL
07.2018 - 09.2022
I was hired as the Director or Resident Care/Director of nursing services, at the 7 month mark I was promoted to Executive Director. I manage the daily operations, budgets for all departments, Hiring, disciplinary actions, payroll, communication with all families, AHCA compliance and COVID -19 compliance and monitoring. The training and education regarding COVID 19. Constant communication with corporate for compliance. The community has maintained a COVID free status. In the last 9 months that I have been the Executive Director we have met all goals and budgets. I manage the safety committee and day to day responsibilities of the community. Manages community overall budget consistently by meeting or exceeding monthly, quarterly, and YTD budgeted expectations. Motivating all employees. Oversees all department scheduling so that all FTE’s scheduling is adherent to budget and guarantees efficiency. Monitors and participates daily in all operations of the community. I oversee and assist in all nursing aspects for the community.
Home Health Nurse PRN
Concierge Home Health
03.2019 - 10.2019
Patient assessments and documentation.
Patient education and instruction
Lab draws/ maintain IV’s/ wound care & treatments.
Manage Care Case Manager
Consulate Healthcare of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
01.2017 - 04.2019
Supervises and maintains patients care per Contract.
Coordinates care for patient with Insurance, Home Health and DME providers. Manages commercial and Medicare Replacement Plan Contracts and reimbursement. Maintains a positive working relationship with Insurance Case Managers. Coordinates insurance reviews for managed care patients. Maintains close monitoring of therapy use and progress.
Maintains budget and reimbursement for managed care and commercial products including Medicaid.
Trouble shoots any issues brought forth by patient and or family
Meets with Corporate level Insurance Providers to ensure smooth transition for patients during discharge.
Handles all Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage notices and appeals
Maintains computer files and documentation on all patients under case management.
Holds Journey home meetings to ensure that staff and patient/family are striving for the same outcome.
Reviews patient medical and therapy documentation and orders to ensure the best outcomes for patient in a timely manner.
Maintains contact with family
Prepares and arranges resident for safe discharge.
Home Health Nurse PRN
Suncrest Home Health
12.2016 - 01.2018
Patient assessments and documentation
Patient education and instruction
Lab draws/wound care/wound vac/maintain IV’s/communicate with physician and implement new orders.
Home Health Nurse
Welcome Home Care
St Augustine, FL
03.2015 - 01.2017
Patient assessment and documentation
Patient education and instruction
Wound Care /Lab Draws/ and IV’s
Weekend Nurse Manager
Good Samaritan Society
Daytona Beach, FL
11.2013 - 12.2015
House supervisor of skilled nursing facility.
Manages staff and resident care.
Insures all day to day orders are implemented.
Skilled Nurse
Avante of Ormond Beach
Ormond Beach, FL
04.2011 - 11.2014
Performs all aspects of nursing duties.
Vent and Respiratory specialty.
Fast paced nursing environment.
Skilled Home Health Nurse
Amedisys Home Health
St. Augustine, FL
04.2009 - 04.2011
Managed and carried out patient health care.
Educated patients on disease management and wellness.
Skilled Nurse
Ponce Care Center
St. Augustine, FL
05.2006 - 05.2009
Performed all aspects of skilled nursing.
House supervisor for 120 bed facility (weekends).
Employee education and training.
Program Director
Summerville
St. Augustine, FL
02.2006 - 05.2008
Implemented new memory care program.
Staff recruitment and development.
Budget management.
Established Alzheimer’s caregivers support group.
Travel nurse
MARVEL MEDICAL
Great Falls, MT
11.2021 - 2024
Delivered high-quality patient care as a travel nurse in skilled nursing units.
Travel nurse throughout the United States. Surveyed by state multiple times successfully.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge planning.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and interventions.
Implemented infection control procedures to ensure patient safety standards.
Participated in training sessions for new staff on nursing practices and policies.
Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions .
Education
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St. Leo University
06-2005
LPN Program - undefined
St. Augustine Technical College
01-1994
High School - undefined
St. Augustine High School
06-1986
Skills
Patient assessments
Geriatric nursing
Medical records management
Respiratory care
Home health care
Diabetes management
Cardiac care
Regulatory compliance
Orthopedic nursing
Patient assessment
Discharge planning
Wound care
Family education
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Care plan development
Immunization administration
Cardiac monitoring
Chronic disease management
Charting and clinical documentation
Admission support
Joint commission compliance
Nursing process
Attention to detail
Delegation and motivation
Accurate documentation
Infection control
Intravenous therapy
Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
Care coordination
ICD-10
Training staff
Tracheostomy care
Certified in CPR/AED
Case management
Patient care oversight
Student precepting
Healthcare personnel supervision
Blood draw and sample collection
Section name
I have 30 years nursing experience and have successfully completed the LPN nurse supervisory course. I have vast clinical and administrative experience. I have been IV certified since 1994 and have taken the LPN supervisory course and also have my core training as a Executive Director in Assisted Living. I have worked and experience in multiple states as a nurse and Executive Director in Assisted Living communities. I am experienced in preparing Assisted Living communities for state survey and managing policy and procedures.