Casie Birch
Hanover,MI
Summary
Skilled at patient relations, electronic charting and assessments. Well-trained and motivated to exceed expectations. Proven to bring results and work in fast-paced environments. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Unit Leader
Henry Ford
07.2014 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and coordinating multidisciplinary care teams.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Optimized resource allocation by monitoring unit needs and adjusting staffing levels accordingly.
- Promoted a culture of safety through effective communication, risk assessments, and adherence to policies and procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores with empathetic care coordination and timely communication between healthcare professionals.
- Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a supportive work environment and addressing staff concerns proactively.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting regular audits of clinical documentation and practice quality indicators.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, offering support during challenging healthcare experiences.
- Developed work assignments for unit staff on a 63-bed unit.
Registered Nurse
Allegiance Health
10.2011 - 07.2014
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans on all 6 patients.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Home Health Aid
Allegiance Health
06.2006 - 10.2011
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05.2011
Skills
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Budget Management
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Process Improvement
- Staff Management
Certification
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- ONS Certified
Timeline
Clinical Unit Leader
Henry Ford
07.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Allegiance Health
10.2011 - 07.2014
Home Health Aid
Allegiance Health
06.2006 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Of Michigan