Brenda Everett
Mobile,AL
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with a proven track record at Providence Health & Services, excelling in surgical expertise and patient safety. Recognized for streamlining processes, enhancing team collaboration, and fostering staff development. Adept at budget management and performance improvement, driving high-quality patient care through effective communication and critical thinking.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Surgical Services
Providence Health & Services
11.2011 - 08.2024
- Kept practices, techniques, policies and procedures consistent with professional standards and regulatory agencies.
- Interviewed, hired, evaluated and terminated management and support staff.
- Reviewed financial reports, made modifications to reduce costs and identified sound alternatives for purchasing equipment and supplies.
- Chaired committees, work groups and meetings.
- Established effective communication channels between physicians, nurses, and support staff for optimal collaboration during surgeries.
- Streamlined surgical processes for increased efficiency and reduced operation times.
- Coordinated with anesthesia providers to ensure safe delivery of anesthesia services during surgical procedures.
- Mentored junior staff members to foster professional development within the surgical team.
- Managed financial resources, establishing budgets and monitoring expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility in the department.
- Developed and maintained a high-quality surgical services team through rigorous training and performance evaluations.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to state, federal, and accreditation standards for surgical services departments.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough preoperative assessments and risk evaluations.
- Coached, mentored and supported managers, colleagues and staff.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Registered Nurse Coordinator
USA Medical Center
04.2007 - 11.2011
- Successfully managed department budget while ensuring adequate staffing levels and resources for quality patient care delivery.
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to reduce hospital-acquired infections by reinforcing infection control measures among the nursing team.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall patient experience through ongoing process improvements and targeted interventions.
- Managed complex cases with a focus on patient-centered care, collaborating closely with specialists to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated patient needs and developed individualized care plans to address physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency by updating policies, procedures, and protocols in alignment with best practices.
- Conducted clinical research projects in partnership with physicians that contributed towards improved clinical outcomes for diverse patient populations.
- Served as a liaison between the nursing department, physicians, and administration to facilitate effective communication and collaboration across disciplines.
Nurse Manager Surgical Services
Knollwood Hospital
11.1998 - 04.2007
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Nurse Manager Outpatient Surgery Department
Singing River Hospital
08.1996 - 11.1998
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
Registered Nurse
Mobile Surgery Center
02.1995 - 08.1996
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
RN Supervisor
Michael Lyons MD
10.1993 - 02.1995
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Established strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams for seamless coordination of patient care services.
- Maintained regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits, reviews, and updates on policies and procedures.
LPN to RN
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
12.1978 - 10.1993
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL06.2003
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL02.1981
LPN -
Southwest State Technical
Mobile, AL11.1978
Skills
- Leadership excellence
- Surgical expertise
- Patient safety
- Staff development
- Performance improvement
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Teamwork
- Financial acumen
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient education and counseling
- Employee supervision
- Team building
- HIPAA guidelines
- Conflict resolution
- Operations management
- Quality control
- Schedule management
- Public speaking
- Employee performance evaluations
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Staff supervision
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Organizational goal development
- Budget management
- Professional networking
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Director of Surgical Services
Providence Health & Services
11.2011 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse Coordinator
USA Medical Center
04.2007 - 11.2011
Nurse Manager Surgical Services
Knollwood Hospital
11.1998 - 04.2007
Nurse Manager Outpatient Surgery Department
Singing River Hospital
08.1996 - 11.1998
Registered Nurse
Mobile Surgery Center
02.1995 - 08.1996
RN Supervisor
Michael Lyons MD
10.1993 - 02.1995
LPN to RN
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
12.1978 - 10.1993
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
University of South Alabama
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Bishop State Community College
LPN -
Southwest State Technical
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