Proven leader in nursing management, adept at enhancing patient satisfaction and safety at Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments. Excelled in clinical leadership, driving quality improvement initiatives, and fostering a culture of excellence. Skilled in crisis intervention and mentoring staff, significantly improving facility functionality and compliance. Currently, working on BSN with plans to obtain a MSN in nursing leadership.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing Services
Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments
04.2022 - Current
Established effective communication channels between nursing staff and other departments, improving overall facility functionality.
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.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Increased compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits and ongoing process improvements.
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing Services
Pearl's II Eden for Elders
06.2020 - 04.2022
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.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing strict infection control measures and addressing potential hazards proactively.
Planned and assigned workload to a 65-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
03.2025
Associate Degree in Nursing -
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO
05.2020
Master's Education -
William Woods University
Fulton, MO
12.2003
Bachelor of Arts -
Graceland University
Lamoni, IA
05.1998
Skills
Clinical Leadership
Nursing Management
Quality Improvement
Quality Control
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Licensed RN
Nursing staff leadership
Data Collection
Long-Term Care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing Services
Sunnyview Nursing Home and Apartments
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Director of Nursing Services
Pearl's II Eden for Elders
06.2020 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwest Missouri State University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
North Central Missouri College
Master's Education -
William Woods University
Bachelor of Arts -
Graceland University
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