April Schwinn
Auburndale,WI
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Three Oaks Health Services, excelling in staff recruitment and retention while ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in quality improvement and budget management, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care. Committed to professional development and mentoring, driving high standards in nursing practice.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Three Oaks Health Services
Marshfield, WI
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Three Oaks Health Services
Marshfield, WI
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Registered Nurse
Three Oaks Health Services
Marshfield, WI
01.2018 - 10.2020
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
NAWCO
Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI12.2017
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Process improvements
- Professional development
- Budget management
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Staff scheduling
- Critical thinking
- Long-term care
- Documentation and reporting
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Nursing staff supervision
- Direct patient care
- Staff evaluation
Certification
Wound Care Certified- NAWCO
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Three Oaks Health Services
08.2022 - 03.2025
Assistant Director of Nursing
Three Oaks Health Services
10.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Three Oaks Health Services
01.2018 - 10.2020
NAWCO
Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire