Carolyne Clegg
Asheboro,NC
Summary
Director of Nursing with a commitment to excellence in nursing practices and policies. Proven leadership in mentoring and recruiting staff while enhancing community relations. Expertise in regulatory compliance and management, with a track record of developing effective patient care protocols. Achievements include implementing nursing procedures that significantly increased patient satisfaction and maintaining a balanced nursing office budget.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Nurse
In Home Supportive Services
Asheboro , NC
05.2013 - 05.2025
- Monitored patient health status and reported changes to physician or healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications, including oral, IV, and intramuscular routes.
- Provided emotional support to families during end-of-life decisions.
- Assessed diet, physical activity, and behaviors to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications to ensure safety and efficacy.
Home Care Nurse
In Home Supportive Services
Joppa, MD
01.2008 - 05.2012
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
Forest Hill Health And Rehab
Forest Hill, MD
06.2006 - 09.2008
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
Staff Nurse
Cross keys Village
New Oxford, PA
04.2006 - 01.2008
- Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
Director of Nursing
Country Meadows Village
Forest Hill, MD
05.1996 - 10.2006
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC04-2016
Associate of Arts - Nursing LPN
Hartford Community College
Bel Air MD08-1988
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Family support
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Behavioral health support
- Care plan adherence
- Healthcare aide supervision
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Policy development
- Staff recruitment
- Budget management
- Performance evaluations
- Standards of practice
- Budget planning
Timeline
Home Care Nurse
In Home Supportive Services
05.2013 - 05.2025
Home Care Nurse
In Home Supportive Services
01.2008 - 05.2012
Staff Nurse
Forest Hill Health And Rehab
06.2006 - 09.2008
Staff Nurse
Cross keys Village
04.2006 - 01.2008
Director of Nursing
Country Meadows Village
05.1996 - 10.2006
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Randolph Community College
Associate of Arts - Nursing LPN
Hartford Community College
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