Bret Creekmore
Wadsworth,OH
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON
Jag Healthcare Orville
Orrville, OH
12.2023 - Current
- Established strong partnerships with community resources including hospice providers, home health agencies, and outpatient rehabilitation centers to enhance patient care transitions and discharge planning.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios during all shifts.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough medication administration audits and providing feedback to nursing staff.
- Streamlined communication between nursing departments for efficient workflow and patient care coordination.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that were in compliance with state regulations, maintaining accreditation standards for the facility.
- Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and problemsolving.
- Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and retention of top nursing talent by participating in job fairs, conducting interviews, and providing mentorship to new hires.
Nursing Unit Manager
Wyant Woods Healthcare Center
Akron, OH
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
- Formulated and executed individual resident discharge plans before initiating checkout procedures.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
Nursing Unit Manager
Bath Manor Special Care Center
Akron, OH
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
- Evaluated and monitored care and services throughout shift to improve quality levels.
- Formulated and executed individual resident discharge plans before initiating checkout procedures.
- Enforced nursing practice standards and recommended unit and institution policies and procedures to boost medical care quality.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
Pleasant View Healthcare Center
Barberton, Ohio
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by establishing clear handoff procedures between incoming and outgoing nursi
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop appropriate discharge plans that ensured continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing activities for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Canal Pointe Nursing And Rehabilitation
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
Akron, Ohio
03.2013 - 02.2021
- Scheduled staff and delegated work assignments.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct resident care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
The Heights Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
Broadview Heights, OH
11.2005 - 03.2013
- Oversaw medication passes and all direct patient care.
- Maintained medication room in full compliance with government and facility requirements.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop appropriate discharge plans that ensured continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing activities for accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulations.
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
American Medical Personnel
North Canton, OH
02.2005 - 01.2006
- Provided skilled wound care management by cleaning, dressing, and monitoring wounds for signs of infection or complications.
- Administered medications and treatments safely and accurately to ensure optimal patient recovery.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive nursing services and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Akron General Medical Center
Akron, Ohio
08.2004 - 01.2005
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Akron Practical Nursing
Akron, Ohio07.2004
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Leadership
- Quality Improvement
- Healthcare Administration
- Recruiting and Hiring
Timeline
ADON
Jag Healthcare Orville
12.2023 - Current
Nursing Unit Manager
Wyant Woods Healthcare Center
04.2022 - 12.2023
Nursing Unit Manager
Bath Manor Special Care Center
10.2021 - 04.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
Pleasant View Healthcare Center
02.2021 - 01.2022
Canal Pointe Nursing And Rehabilitation
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
03.2013 - 02.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse/Supervisor
The Heights Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center
11.2005 - 03.2013
Agency Licensed Practical Nurse
American Medical Personnel
02.2005 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Akron General Medical Center
08.2004 - 01.2005
Diploma - Nursing
Akron Practical Nursing
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