Carrie L. Blair BSN, RN

• Promote compliance utilizing collaborative approach for sustainable evidenced based patient care delivery model for assigned region, to include 2 Campuses and 7 Clinics of Primary Care and Multi-Specialty Departments.
• Support achievements to assure strategies and tactics are aligned with organization's goals and priorities of Kelsey-Seybold's DELTA.
• Catalyst for change, initiating and supporting innovation and collaborating inter-departmentally to deliver exceptional quality, safe and cost effective care: QuantaFlo, NeuroTrac, Health Risk Assessment Screening Spriometry, Hazardous Waste Optimization, Nurse Triage Protocol Enhancement
• Participates in short- and long-term strategic planning for each clinic and campus to promote organization's mission and values by assuring achievement of overall quality, service, and performance improvement outcomes: Integration of Huntsville Pediatric and Adult Medicine Practice.
• Drives adherence of OPTUM Practice Health & Safety Standards, creating an environment for professional and clinical advancement, striving for exceptional patient care and safety.
• Responsible for compliance regulations and standards of AAAHC accreditation, achieving quality and cost objectives that drive value to patients and community: UM/Referral Kaizen.
• Actively participates on the following: Executive Nurse Council, Employee Engagement Committee, Code Blue Committee, Clinical Quality Standards Council, Policy & Procedure Committee, Shared Governance: Quality/Risk Council, Organizational Strategic Growth & Planning.

• Navigated operations of clinical nursing and allied health teams, with a strong focus on continuous delivery of top quality medical care to patients within primary care and multi-specialty departments between three clinical locations: The Woodlands, Woodlands OBGYN & Women's Health and Conroe Clinics.
• Managed over 120 healthcare professionals maintaining employee costs under budget
• Collaborated with Medical and Administrative Leadership to ensure a commitment to patient safety, wellness, and satisfaction
• Monitored capital and operating budgets to assist with justifying and advocating future clinic needs
• Led enhancements in staff performance through detailed appraisals, identifying and addressing areas in need of improvement and providing continuing education
• Coordinated efforts with physicians, clinical and administrative direct reports, and ancillary staff to enhance the quality of care utilizing the “10 Step” Quality Improvement Process and maintaining compliance with Environmental Health & Safety and Clinical Education requirements
• Provided direct and indirect patient care within the ambulatory care setting across the healthcare continuum for all direct report departments
• Strategized with administration, external disciplines and clinic staff of all departments to relocate two ambulatory care clinics for permanent and temporary operations.
• Enhanced patient safety and improve patient outcomes by adhering to evidence-based practices, regularly evaluating protocols, and participating in quality improvement initiatives: AMA Target: BP / Evolution of the M.A.P BP Improvement Program & Target BP Initiative
• Instrumental in providing and implementing ideas for continual enhancement of the EPIC electronic medical record system.
• Actively participated in: Nurse Steering Committee, EPIC Optimization, Code Blue, Quality Improvement and Policy & Procedure Committee,

• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from 55 nursing and multi-disciplinary staff between two clinics: The Woodlands and Woodlands OBGYN & Women's Health Clinic.
• Streamlined clinical operations by optimizing workflows and efficiently delegating tasks to team members.
• Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas of opportunity within the clinics' to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern: EPIC Chart Audits and Hand Hygiene.
• Developed strong relationships with medical providers which facilitated improved collaboration between nurses, allied health professionals, and physicians.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients.

• Facilitated daily operations of Clinic's Pediatric and Multi-Specialty departments by providing clinical oversight and support to health care teams.
• Provided direct and indirect patient care within ambulatory care setting across healthcare continuum for all direct reports.
• Delivered compassionate care to diverse populations, demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity to individual patient needs across continuum.
• Mentor to new hires, contributing to higher levels of competency among nursing staff members over time.
• Participated in quality assurance initiatives to monitor compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Provided direct and indirect patient care within ambulatory care setting of Pediatric Department .
• Offered exceptional care and support to patients and families during well child visits, as well as acute and chronic appointments.
• Supported fellow nursing staff through sharing clinical expertise, fostering positive work environment.
• Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on department functions and individual roles, clinic policies and procedures and nursing best practices.

• Skillfully delivered direct and indirect clinical care services, including assisting corporate physician with executive and pilot physical exams, basic first aid, travel consultations with immunization administration, allergy injections, hearing & vision screening, vital sign and blood glucose monitoring
• Offered educational opportunities to employees relating to high-risk medical issues
• Assisted with design and implementation of organization's emergency response and disaster contingency plan.

• Skillfully delivered direct and indirect patient care services, including assessments, planning, intervention and re-evaluations
• Worked collaboratively with patients, family members, and interdisciplinary staff in development of customized nursing care plans
• Performed hemodynamic monitoring and support focused on critically-ill patients with strong commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes
• Reported and presented changes in patient's' clinical condition to physicians, nursing supervisor / manager, and colleagues as needed.

• Lyndon B Johnson Hospital
• Houston Methodist Hospital

Bayshore Medical Center

• Delivered compassionate care to patients and families during times of crisis, providing emotional support and clear communication on treatment plans.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications safely according to physician orders, monitoring patients for adverse reactions or potential interactions.
• Mentored new nursing staff members as they transitioned into emergency department setting, sharing clinical knowledge and best practices.

• Supervised multi-disciplinary Team of approximately 12 employees during shift within Level I Trauma Emergency Department
• Managed and coordinated operation efforts to facilitate care of patients and families
• Accountable for yearly competencies and evaluations of staff
• Skillfully delivered direct and indirect patient care services, including assessments, planning intervention and re-evaluation
• Performed hemodynamic monitoring on critically-ill patients with strong commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes
• Assisted in design and implementation of NIH Stroke Protocol (PDSA) within hospital, as well as outside Emergency Medical Services (EMS) facilities
• Served on: High Performance Stroke Team, Neuro-Collaborative Practice Committee, Nursing Research Utilization and Quality Improvement Committee.

• Provided exceptional emergency care to victims of motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, stabbings, falls, burns, and other traumatic injuries while maintaining calm demeanor under pressure.
• Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
• Served as patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, initiating appropriate interventions, and continuously monitoring patients'' conditions.
• Successfully completed 4 levels of hospital's Clinical Ladder

• Accountable for total care of pre and post-operative patients and families
• Skillfully delivered direct and indirect patient care services, including assessments, planning, intervention and re-evaluations.
• Developed trusting relationships with patients and families, advocating for their needs within healthcare system.
• Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives, streamlining nursing processes and improving clinical outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medical procedures, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and adherence to treatment plans.