Brandi Strickland

Direct and supervise 50 bed LDRP to include 2 OR's/PACU's and Women's Health unit, 18 Bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, 13 Bed Pediatric Unit to include outpatient pediatric surgical care, 2 Medical Surgical Units, RN Full Time Staffing Pool, Interim Director of PCU, Hospitality, and Patient Transport.

• Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
• Monitored and evaluated quality of patient care provided by the nursing staff.
• Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
• Coordinated activities with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Facilitated communication between nursing staff members and other departments within the organization.
• Implemented strategies to improve customer service levels across all areas of the Nursing Division.
• Developed policies and procedures to ensure safe and effective delivery of nursing services.
• Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
• Ensured compliance with governmental regulations related to nursing practice, staffing and education standards.
• Collaborated with physicians, administrators and other healthcare personnel on initiatives that improved patient care outcomes.
• Analyzed data collected from patient surveys regarding satisfaction with care received.
• Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
• Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Provided budget management, capital planning, human resource management, marketing, information technology, and performance improvement for a 50-bed LDRP/Women's Health unit, which includes 2 ORs/PACUs, a Level 1 newborn nursery, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a 13-bed Pediatric Unit that includes pediatric surgical care. Directed a team of 110 FTEs.

• Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
• Streamlined supply chain management to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Reviewed internal reports and identified areas of risk or potential cost savings.
• Identified opportunities for process optimization through data analysis.
• Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
• Facilitated professional development programs to build a high-performing team.
• Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
• Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Led cross-functional teams in the development of innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
• Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
• Promoted a culture of innovation and encouraged staff to contribute ideas.
• Partnered with staff to create professional development plans to support personal and business growth.

Managed daily operations of a 50-bed LDRP/Women's Health unit, which includes 2 ORs/PACUs, a Level 1 newborn nursery, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a 13-bed Pediatric Unit that includes pediatric surgical care.

• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
• Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
• Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
• Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
• Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
• Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.