Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse with extensive experience in skilled nursing facilities, infection control, and staff management. Seeking the position of Director of Nursing (DON) to leverage leadership, compliance expertise, and dedication to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive team environment.
Hi, I’m
Cherrelle Rainey
Morganville,NJ
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clipboard Health
Registered Nurse
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Delivered compassionate and individualized care to residents in skilled nursing facilities
- Assisted with staff scheduling and provided guidance to nursing teams on best practices
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Complete Care at Monmouth
Assistant Director of Nursing & Infection Control Nurse
03.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Oversaw nursing activities to meet regulatory requirements and maintain top patient care standards.
- Directed efforts in infection prevention, lowering patient infection rates through evidence-based methods.
- Directed recruitment, training, and onboarding of new nursing staff.
- Developed and monitored nursing department budgets in collaboration with the administration team
- Oversaw quality improvement activities, producing significant gains in healthcare services.
- Guided nurses in career development and maintained a positive working environment.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Clip Board Health
Licensed Practical Nurse
05.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
William Paterson UniversityNew Jersey
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
01.2025
University Overview
- In Progress
- Expected Completion: [September, 2025]
Brookdale Community CollegeLincroft, NJ
Associate Degree from Nursing
01.2023
University Overview
•Associates Degree in Applied Sciences (AAS) in Nursing
Skills
- Staff Leadership and Development
- Infection Control & Prevention Programs
- Quality Improvement and Compliance
- Long-Term Care Management
- Budget Oversight and Resource Allocation
- Patient-Centered Care Planning
- Regulatory Compliance (State & Federal)
- Recruitment, Training, and Retention Strategies
Certificationsandlicensure
Certificationsandlicensure
- Registered Nurse (RN), New Jersey, Active, Unencumbered
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Professional Highlights
Professional Highlights
- Successfully led infection control initiatives, significantly improving resident safety.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure environments with proven leadership.
- Extensive experience in implementing fall prevention strategies and reviewing care practices for efficacy.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Clipboard Health
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing & Infection Control Nurse
Complete Care at Monmouth
03.2022 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Clip Board Health
05.2021 - 01.2023
William Paterson University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Brookdale Community College
Associate Degree from Nursing
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