Brenda Hartmann
Naples,FL
Summary
Proven System Stroke Coordinator with a track record of enhancing stroke care quality at Physicians Regional Hospital through interdisciplinary collaboration and emergency response coordination. Leveraged clinical expertise and performance metrics monitoring to reduce door-to-needle times and improve patient outcomes. Skilled in staff education and fostering professional growth, demonstrating exceptional leadership and relationship-building capabilities. Proactive Clinical Coordinator excited to transition into a new position where superb leadership and clinical coordination abilities can be utilized. Skilled in task delegation, staff recruitment and scheduling. Committed to ensuring staff is compliant with all safety and health standards and protocols.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
System Stroke Coordinator
Physicians Regional Medical Center
2021.07 - Current
- Evaluated program effectiveness using key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for staff members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Served as a mentor for new Stroke Coordinators, sharing insights gained from years of experience and fostering a collaborative approach to program development and improvement.
- Reduced door-to-needle times through efficient coordination of acute stroke response protocols.
- Led hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall stroke care quality and enhancing the facility''s reputation as a center of excellence in stroke treatment.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in the field by attending conferences, reviewing literature, and networking with fellow professionals.
- Conducted regular chart audits to ensure compliance with national stroke care standards and guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive education programs for staff, ensuring up-to-date knowledge in stroke management techniques.
- Championed the use of telemedicine technology when appropriate to enhance access to specialized neurological expertise in remote or rural areas.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes to ensure a smooth transition from acute care settings to post-acute care or rehabilitation facilities.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, clinicians, administrators, insurance providers, and other stakeholders during complex case management situations.
- Managed data collection processes, providing accurate information to support decision-making and facilitate ongoing performance improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans, promoting optimal recovery and rehabilitation.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based stroke care protocols and guidelines.
- Established strong relationships with local EMS providers to improve pre-hospital stroke care and expedite treatment times.
System Stroke Coordinator
Naples Community Hospital
2014.12 - 2021.07
- Evaluated program effectiveness using key performance indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for staff members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Served as a mentor for new Stroke Coordinators, sharing insights gained from years of experience and fostering a collaborative approach to program development and improvement.
- Reduced door-to-needle times through efficient coordination of acute stroke response protocols.
- Led hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall stroke care quality and enhancing the facility''s reputation as a center of excellence in stroke treatment.
- Contributed to grant applications that secured funding for program enhancements such as new equipment or staff training resources.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in the field by attending conferences, reviewing literature, and networking with fellow professionals.
- Conducted regular chart audits to ensure compliance with national stroke care standards and guidelines.
- Developed comprehensive education programs for staff, ensuring up-to-date knowledge in stroke management techniques.
- Championed the use of telemedicine technology when appropriate to enhance access to specialized neurological expertise in remote or rural areas.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, clinicians, administrators, insurance providers, and other stakeholders during complex case management situations.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes to ensure a smooth transition from acute care settings to post-acute care or rehabilitation facilities.
- Managed data collection processes, providing accurate information to support decision-making and facilitate ongoing performance improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans, promoting optimal recovery and rehabilitation.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based stroke care protocols and guidelines.
- Established strong relationships with local EMS providers to improve pre-hospital stroke care and expedite treatment times.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication for better patient management and streamlined care processes.
- Partnered with local schools and community groups to deliver educational presentations about stroke prevention, risk factors, and the importance of timely treatment in emergency situations.
- Optimized stroke patient care by coordinating timely diagnostic tests and treatments.
- Promoted community outreach initiatives focused on stroke prevention, increasing public awareness about risk factors and warning signs.
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Devised and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for 3 staff.
- Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
- Set up educational programs for clinical staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Organized systems for tracking patient records to improve ease of retrieval.
- Oversaw quality assurance programs to enhance performance and consistently achieve superior care standards.
- Led physicians, nurses and healthcare teams in providing punctual, professional care delivery.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Special Programs Coordinator
HCA Aventura Hospital And Medical Center
2005.07 - 2014.12
- 2007 Designed and created Primary Stroke Center Program...utilizing Joint Commission PSC Standards.
- 2009 Assisted with Design and creation of Bariatric Surgery Program.
- 2010 Designed and created Comprehensive Stroke Center Program...utilizing Joint Commission CSC Standards.
- Performed Stroke Coordinator, Stroke Navigator and Data Abstraction duties.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for staff members to enhance their skills in delivering high-quality programming consistently.
- Managed budgets for various programs, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources and optimal results.
- Evaluated program outcomes by conducting surveys and analyzing data to make informed improvements for future initiatives.
- Coordinated with local organizations and stakeholders to establish partnerships, strengthening the impact of special programs on the community.
Education
No Degree - Post Masters Certificate in Nursing Simulation
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05.2021
Master of Science - Nursing: Clinical Nurse Leader
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2013
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Performance Metrics Monitoring
- Networking and relationship building
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Protocol development
- Staff education and training
- Research and evaluation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Stroke Program Management
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient services management
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Education
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical education
- Physical assessments
- Informed consent
- Developing training programs
- Patient care planning
- HIPAA
- Patient records administration
- Care Quality Assessments
- Rehabilitation Services
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Medical database expertise
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient Relations
- Clinical Instruction
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Staff Development
- Patient relationship management
- Records Management
- Process Improvements
- Patient Health Education
- Data Compilation
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA compliant
- Metrics Tracking
- Protocol adherence
- Nurse education program development
- Research coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Decision-Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Training and mentoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Process Implementation
- Performance monitoring
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
Certification
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
Timeline
System Stroke Coordinator
Physicians Regional Medical Center
2021.07 - Current
System Stroke Coordinator
Naples Community Hospital
2014.12 - 2021.07
Special Programs Coordinator
HCA Aventura Hospital And Medical Center
2005.07 - 2014.12
No Degree - Post Masters Certificate in Nursing Simulation
University of Central Florida
Master of Science - Nursing: Clinical Nurse Leader
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
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