Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Professional Organizations
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Blanca McKean

Summary

Dynamic nursing administrator with extensive clinical and operational expertise, committed to excellence in patient care and team collaboration. Recognized for decisive leadership and dedication to quality-driven outcomes, fostering a performance-oriented culture within healthcare settings. Proficient in strategic planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and driving performance improvement initiatives, while excelling in change management and employee engagement. A strong advocate for coaching and developing team members, focused on building relationships that enhance organizational effectiveness and patient satisfaction.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Nursing

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - Current
  • Implementing best practices to improve processes that positively impact work flow, policy development, and financial alignment for the Bariatric, Ortho, Trauma and other post-surgical department.
  • Launching a structured getting back to basics campaign to realign the frontline leaders with the 'Why' behind nurse leader rounds, bedside shift report and purposeful rounding, to include competencies and validations.
  • Directed nursing operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality and safety.

Director of the Adult Tower

Baptist Medical Center
03.2002 - 09.2024
  • Company Overview: Part of a five-hospital health system covering Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
  • Analyzed market trends to inform decision-making and adjust strategic priorities accordingly.
  • Developed and implemented performance metrics to drive team productivity and accountability.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across multiple departments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business objectives with operational strategies.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through mentorship and staff development programs.
  • Streamlined processes resulting in improved resource allocation and enhanced service delivery.
  • Managed budgetary allocations, ensuring optimal use of financial resources across projects.
  • Developed and implemented policies to optimize resource allocation and maximize productivity across departments.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to formulate long-term strategic plans that support business growth and sustainability.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Nurse Manager

Baptist Medical Center
05.2004 - 05.2008


  • Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to clinical protocols.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices, enhancing patient safety and improving clinical outcomes.
  • Developed and facilitated training programs for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and competency.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient flow and resource allocation within the department.
  • Oversaw budget management for nursing services, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining quality care standards.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
  • Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring quality care and consistency in nursing practices.
  • Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.

Education

DNP -

Jacksonville University

MSN - undefined

Jacksonville University

BSN - undefined

Jacksonville University

Skills

  • Enhancing patient satisfaction
  • Process optimization
  • Change management expertise
  • Workforce engagement
  • Partnership development
  • Research-informed practice
  • Collaborative team development
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Clinical training facilitation
  • Team leadership
  • Performance enhancement

Accomplishments

  • Achieved 75th percentile patient satisfaction goal by implementing purposeful patient interactions
  • Achieved an 80% reduction in hospital acquired conditions by implementing evidence based practice performance improvement interventions and standardizing clinical practice.
  • Achieved Improved employee engagement metrics and turnover through increased communication, visibility, collaboration and transparency.

Certification

  • Daisy Leader Award Nomination, 2020, 2021
  • Diane Raines Nurse of the Year Award Nomination, 2020
  • Great 100 Nurses of NE Florida, 2017
  • Advanced Leadership Development through Baptist Health, 2008
  • Certified Nursing Executive, 2006

Professional Organizations

  • American Nurses Association, 2006-01-01, Present
  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 2012-01-01, Present

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybridRemote

Timeline

Director of Nursing

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Nurse Manager

Baptist Medical Center
05.2004 - 05.2008

Director of the Adult Tower

Baptist Medical Center
03.2002 - 09.2024

MSN - undefined

Jacksonville University

BSN - undefined

Jacksonville University

DNP -

Jacksonville University

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