Catherine Bach, BSN, RN
Bridgeport,WV
Summary
Accomplished Nursing Supervisor at United Hospital Center, adept in staff supervision, critical thinking, and enhanced patient quality of care. Prioritizes responsibilities by balancing patient advocacy and business unit goals. Excels at fostering a performance improvement culture through leadership and effective conflict management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Supervisor - PACU
United Hospital Center
Bridgeport, WV
09.2026 - Current
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain adequate coverage throughout shifts.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers regarding patient care issues.
- Facilitated training sessions on best practices for patient safety and quality care.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify nursing service personnel performance alignment acceptable nursing standards.
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members or patients to determine appropriate corrective action.
- Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes.
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Addressed staff conflicts to enhance collaboration and communication. among staff to foster a collaborative working environment.
Interim Nurse Manager - PACU
United Hospital Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed staff scheduling to ensure adequate nursing coverage while supporting nurses' time off.
- Led staff meetings to inform team of departmental changes and encourage nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to enhance communication and promote collaboration among nursing staff.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
Team Lead - PACU
United Hospital Center
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Trained new team members on company procedures and safety requirements to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Fostered teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives to promote a positive work environment.
- Acted as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Influenced positive organizational change through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving, and consistent leadership.
Staff Nurse - PACU
United Hospital Center
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to optimize treatment plans with physicians.
- Provided post-operative care that contributed to improved recovery times and minimized complications for surgical patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to implement quality, evidence-based care strategies.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
RN, Emergency Department
United Hospital Center
05.2014 - 08.2021
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
- Supported physicians during complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, and chest tube insertions, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Engaged in ongoing education programs to stay current on best practices in emergency nursing care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV05-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Fairmont, WV05-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Pierpont Community & Technical College
Fairmont, WV12-2010
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Marshall University
Huntington, WV05-2002
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Marietta College
Marietta, OH05-1999
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Quality Improvement
- Performance Improvement
- Department Management
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Leadership
- Shift Coordination
- Workload optimization
- Resource Allocation
- Delegation and Motivation
- Continuous Education
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Management
- Staff orientation
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse, Board of Certification for Emergency Nurses - December 2019-Current
- Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse, American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification - November 2022-Current
- ACLS Instructor, American Heart Association - 2019-Current
- PALS Instructor, American Heart Association - 2019-Current
- BLS Instructor, American Heart Association - 2019-Current
- ASLS Instructor, American Heart Association - 2024-Current
Timeline
Nursing Supervisor - PACU
United Hospital Center
09.2026 - Current
Interim Nurse Manager - PACU
United Hospital Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
Team Lead - PACU
United Hospital Center
06.2022 - 06.2024
Staff Nurse - PACU
United Hospital Center
08.2021 - 06.2022
RN, Emergency Department
United Hospital Center
05.2014 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fairmont State University
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
Pierpont Community & Technical College
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
Marshall University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Marietta College