Dynamic Director of Nursing with expertise in enhancing patient care standards, budget planning, and policy development. Proven track record in leading nursing teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing, Medical Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
Panama City
04.2024 - Current
Directed nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans for patients.
Managed nursing schedules to optimize staff resources and coverage.
Conducted training sessions for nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
Evaluated patient care procedures to identify areas for improvement and compliance.
Coordinated with administration on budget planning for nursing departments.
Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
Nurse Manager, Progressive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
Panama City
03.2022 - 04.2024
Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures for compliance.
Coordinated staff schedules to optimize departmental efficiency.
Managed patient care records using electronic health record systems.
Conducted performance evaluations for nursing team members regularly.
Facilitated training sessions to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
Collaborated with medical teams to improve patient outcomes and safety standards.
Resolved conflicts among staff to maintain a positive work environment.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
Nursing Manager, Intensive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
Panama City
12.2021 - 03.2022
Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
Developed and implemented nursing protocols and best practices for efficiency.
Coordinated staff schedules to maintain optimal coverage and workflow.
Conducted performance evaluations to enhance team development and competency.
Facilitated training sessions to improve nursing skills and knowledge retention.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans.
Addressed patient concerns promptly to enhance overall satisfaction and safety.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
Developed and maintained nursing policies and procedures.
Conducted in-service training sessions for nurses on new techniques, equipment and protocols.
Identified areas for improvement within the unit and department and developed action plans accordingly.
Provided guidance and mentorship to new nurses entering the organization.
Provided leadership support for the recruitment, selection, orientation, evaluation and discipline of nursing staff.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
Panama City
01.2018 - 12.2021
Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on care procedures and health management.
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bay Medical Center
Panama City
12.2017 - 01.2018
Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on care procedures and health management.
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Jackson Hospital
Marianna
01.2015 - 12.2017
Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs regularly.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
Conducted assessments to determine patient needs and conditions.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI
06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chipola College
Marianna, FL
05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL
08-2015
Skills
Patient care standards
Budget planning
Policy development
Staff scheduling
Compliance evaluation
Healthcare collaboration
Timeline
Director of Nursing, Medical Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Nurse Manager, Progressive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2024
Nursing Manager, Intensive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
12.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bay Medical Center
12.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Jackson Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management