Battina Myers
Keyser,WV
Summary
Results-driven clinical leader with over a decade of experience in emergency and surgical environments. Skilled in quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and fostering team collaboration to elevate patient care standards and operational efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Manger of Emergency Room and OR
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
Romney, WV
10.2014 - Current
- Led clinical operations to improve patient care quality and streamline healthcare delivery processes.
- Developed and implemented policies that enhanced departmental efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and patient management strategies.
- Analyzed workflow data to identify trends, driving initiatives for operational enhancements and cost reductions.
- Oversaw budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while maintaining high standards of care.
- Facilitated performance evaluations, promoting accountability and supporting career progression within the clinical team.
- Engaged in strategic planning sessions to align departmental objectives with hospital-wide initiatives for improved patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
- Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards through consistent monitoring and implementation of corrective actions when needed.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the clinic by enforcing policies related to infection control, medication administration, and incident reporting procedures.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Contributed to successful accreditation reviews with thorough preparation efforts focused on documentation completeness.
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
Nursing Supervisor
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
Romney, WV
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and protocols.
- Coordinated patient care activities, improving efficiency and communication among multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
- Trained and mentored new nursing personnel, fostering professional development and team cohesion.
Clinical Manager
Winchester Medical Center
Winchester, VA
08.2011 - 04.2013
- Led clinical teams to enhance patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient outcomes.
- Streamlined staff scheduling processes, ensuring optimal resource allocation and coverage.
- Mentored healthcare professionals, fostering skill development and improving team performance.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Winchester Medical Center
Winchester, VA
01.2003 - 08.2011
- Provided critical patient assessments in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses on emergency procedures and best practices.
- Streamlined triage processes to reduce wait times and improve service delivery.
- Evaluated patient response to interventions and adjusted care strategies accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-1996
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Staff supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Staff development
- Team management
- Patient safety
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Emergency situational awareness
- Onboarding and coaching
- Employee issue resolution
- Quality improvement
- Clinical education
- Supervisory experience
- Patient care
Accomplishments
- Earned 2024 Nursing Excellence for Nursing Leadership.
Timeline
Clinical Manger of Emergency Room and OR
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
10.2014 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
04.2014 - 10.2014
Clinical Manager
Winchester Medical Center
08.2011 - 04.2013
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Winchester Medical Center
01.2003 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Virginia University