Carla Baierlein
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Results-driven healthcare leader with 15+ years of experience leading high-volume clinical operations. Proven track record of improving patient throughput, leading teams of 30+ staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in staff development, budget oversight, and performance improvement initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Supervisor
Baptist Health Medical Center
Boca Raton, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Supervised 25+ clinical staff, daily operations to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with health standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation for improved team efficiency.
- Monitored patient outcomes, identifying areas for process enhancement and quality improvement initiatives.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care protocols and departmental procedures.
- Reduced patient transfer delays by 15% through improved coordination of admissions and discharges.
- Conduct compliance audits achieving >98% documentation accuracy.
Clinical Surgical Services Manager
West Boca Medical Center
Boca Raton, FL
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of surgical services, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Oversight of 30+ staff and daily case volume.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient flow in surgical units. Improved OR efficiency by 20% through workflow optimization.
- Managed inventory for surgical supplies, reducing waste and improving cost-efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical scheduling and resource allocation.
- Developed and conducted staff training programs on best practices in surgical care delivery. Led onboarding reducing new hire ramp up time by 25%
- Ensured 100% compliance in audits (charts, tissue tracking, billing).
Clinical Nursing Director
VITAS Healthcare
Pompano Beach, FL
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and regulatory requirements.
- Oversaw hospice operations, managing multidisciplinary teams and departmental budget
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided mentorship to enhance team competencies.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in improved efficiency within clinical operations.
- Achieved high satisfaction ratings from both patients and families by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive nursing supervision.
- Led COVID 19 response maintaining continuity of care for 100+ patients
- Implemented RCA initiatives reducing incidents and improving care quality metrics
Director of Nursing
Nexus Nursing Institute
Palm Beach, FL
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and promoting best practices across departments.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing personnel to enhance skills and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design effective care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to state and federal standards in nursing practices.
- Led academic and clinical programs, overseeing faculty and student outcomes
- Improved program completion rates and student satisfaction
Intervention Radiology/OR Nurse Leader
South Florida Vascular Associates
Coconut Creek, FL
02.2015 - 05.2018
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals during surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety in operating room environments.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in perioperative care.
- Evaluated post-operative recovery plans, adjusting care strategies as needed for patient comfort.
- Provided comprehensive postoperative care, monitoring patients for any signs of complications or adverse reactions.
- Assisted surgeons during operations, ensuring smooth transitions between steps and minimizing errors.
- Managed surgical inventory, maintaining adequate levels of supplies for all scheduled surgeries.
ER Charge Nurse
Northwest Medical Center
Margate, FL
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised team of nurses to ensure optimal patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Coordinated patient flow and prioritized critical cases in fast-paced emergency environment.
- Implemented triage protocols to enhance patient assessment and treatment timelines.
- Trained new nursing staff on emergency procedures and hospital policies for efficiency.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations, improving overall department performance.
- Ensured high-quality patient care through rigorous monitoring of nursing standards and protocols.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Hospital
Tamarac, FL
12.2011 - 04.2017
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency environment.
- Assessed and triaged patients using best practices for critical conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nurses on emergency protocols and patient management techniques.
- Utilized electronic health records to maintain accurate and timely documentation.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Education
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
City College
Fort Lauderdale, FL01-2012
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (FL)
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Supervisor
Baptist Health Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Clinical Surgical Services Manager
West Boca Medical Center
10.2021 - 05.2024
Clinical Nursing Director
VITAS Healthcare
08.2019 - 10.2021
Director of Nursing
Nexus Nursing Institute
09.2017 - 08.2019
ER Charge Nurse
Northwest Medical Center
08.2015 - 09.2017
Intervention Radiology/OR Nurse Leader
South Florida Vascular Associates
02.2015 - 05.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Hospital
12.2011 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
City College