Ann Killman
Portage,Michigan
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, interpersonal strengths, clinical and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Development Instructor
Bronson Methodist Hospital
06.2010 - Current
- Monitored employee performance to look for areas in need of improvement.
- Work collaboratively with all members of healthcare team.
- Provide clinical orientation and continuing education to AMU and EMCU.
- Performed audits to assess for areas in need of additional training.
- Assisted with development of effective recruitment and hiring strategies.
- Developed and delivered new hire training programs and continuous professional development.
- Created and managed continuous improvement classes and training programs targeted to current and new employees.
- Trained and mentored new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
Nursing Manager
Bronson Methodist Hospital
12.2010 - 06.2012
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
Clinical Educator
Bronson Methodist Hospital
09.2004 - 12.2010
Resource Staff Nurse
Spectrum Health
01.1993 - 11.2003
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with Nursing plan of care,
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Staff Nurse Cardiac - Renal
Saint Mary’s Health System
01.1991 - 02.1993
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Schumpert Medical Center
06.1990 - 05.1991
- Assessed and monitored patients during course of treatment to identify reactions.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, radiation side effects and proper treatments after radiation.
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference.
- Developed educational material for patients.
Asthma Center Nurse
Baylor University Medical Center
09.1988 - 06.1990
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Staff Nurse Adult Intensive Care Unit
Bronson Methodist Hospital
05.1986 - 08.1988
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI12.1992
Diploma in Nursing -
Bronson School of Nursing
Kalamazoo, MI05.1985
Skills
- Strong clinical reasoning
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate effectively
- Nursing Performance Assessment
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
President’s Team Award 2010 Hazel Latondress Excellence in Nursing- Impact 2010
President’s Team Award 2010
Hazel Latondress Excellence in Nursing- Impact 2010
Timeline
Nursing Manager
Bronson Methodist Hospital
12.2010 - 06.2012
Staff Development Instructor
Bronson Methodist Hospital
06.2010 - Current
Clinical Educator
Bronson Methodist Hospital
09.2004 - 12.2010
Resource Staff Nurse
Spectrum Health
01.1993 - 11.2003
Staff Nurse Cardiac - Renal
Saint Mary’s Health System
01.1991 - 02.1993
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Schumpert Medical Center
06.1990 - 05.1991
Asthma Center Nurse
Baylor University Medical Center
09.1988 - 06.1990
Staff Nurse Adult Intensive Care Unit
Bronson Methodist Hospital
05.1986 - 08.1988
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Diploma in Nursing -
Bronson School of Nursing
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