Beryl Womack
Magnolia,MS
Summary
Accomplished Director of Nursing at Mccomb Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, adept in nurse education and leadership, significantly enhanced staff performance and patient care quality. Expert in policies compliance and staff retention, fostering strong multidisciplinary collaboration. Achieved notable improvements in infection control measures, demonstrating a robust work ethic and critical thinking skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Planned and assigned workload to 100-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- 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.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated with physicians on complex cases, ensuring seamless communication among healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Charge Nurse
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration weekends.
Clinical Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
02.2009 - 08.2019
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Neurology, Pulmonary, and Cardiac, Primary Care Medicine Clinics
Staff Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
08.2006 - 02.2009
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Education
Elementary Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSAssociate of Science - Nursing-RN
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit05.2006
Skills
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Staff Scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Long-Term Care
- Relationship Building
- Documentation And Reporting
- Clinical Documentation
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Issue Resolution
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Behavioral Health
- Team Supervision
- Effective Multitasking
- Clinical Leadership
- Shift Scheduling
- Quality Assurance
- Staff Evaluation
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 02.2022
Charge Nurse
Mccomb Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
03.2019 - 08.2019
Clinical Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
02.2009 - 08.2019
Staff Nurse
Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center
08.2006 - 02.2009
Elementary Education
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Science - Nursing-RN
Southwest Mississippi Community College
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