Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator with extensive leadership experience overseeing operations on a high‑acuity, 30‑bed medical–surgical unit. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while coordinating efficient patient flow, supporting interdisciplinary teams, and delegating tasks—all while maintaining exceptional quality standards and patient safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator RN
Kootenai Health
Coeur D'Alene, ID
10.2022 - Current
Coordinated patient care plans to enhance treatment efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication and ensure comprehensive care delivery.
Implemented quality assurance protocols to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Facilitated staff meetings to promote collaboration, address challenges, and drive continuous improvement in clinical practices.
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and address complex medical issues.
Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and best practices.
Implemented quality improvement initiatives to continuously enhance patient care standards and overall performance metrics.
Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
Travel Nursing
TNAA, Nomad Health
01.2020 - 10.2022
Med/surg
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Registered nurse med/surg
St. Luke Community Hospital
Ronan, MT
06.2019 - 01.2021
Critical access hospital, med/surg experience, assisting in ER as well as OB. Care of COVID patients, post-surgical patients, telemetry monitoring, cardiac patients, neuro patients, pediatric patients, mixing medications/drips, infusions/transfusions
Administered patient care and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
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.
ER Tech/Ward Clerk
St. Luke Community Hospital
Ronan, MT
08.2006 - 01.2019
Assist nurses with their duties, patient care, assisting doctors with procedures, train other staff members, work within a team, secretarial work, communicating with doctors and other hospitals, arranging transport, computer work, phone work
Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
Maintained accurate medical records, enhancing data integrity and compliance with hospital protocols.
Trained new staff on emergency procedures, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.