Cheryl Saltzmann
Random Lake,WI
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Advocate Aurora Health, showcasing strong clinical judgment and compassionate care. Excelled in developing anticoagulation services and leading clinical operations, significantly improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Renowned for strategic problem-solving and efficient crisis management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Float, Anticoagulation Clinic
Advocate Aurora Health Care
Grafton, WI
08.2023 - Current
- Prescribe and monitor warfarin according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Educated patients and families on warfarin management for better understanding and compliance.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and adjust medication plans.
- Improved patient outcomes with careful monitoring and timely intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Supervisor of Clinical Operations
Advocate Aurora Health
Port Washington, WI
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Developed systems and procedures for effective project management and clinical operations.
- Mentored staff members, contributing to the development of a high-performing, cohesive team focused on achieving departmental goals.
- Managed crisis situations effectively as they arose; swiftly identifying root causes, formulating action plans, executing decisive action steps to resolve issues, and prevent recurrence.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by conducting regular audits and implementing necessary changes to optimize performance.
Manager of Clinical Operations
Advocate Aurora Health
Multiple Ozaukee County Clinics
09.2012 - 07.2021
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans to minimize potential issues in clinical operations.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by conducting regular audits and implementing necessary changes to optimize performance.
- Reduced operational costs through efficient resource allocation and budget management.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed the following: anticoagulation services across 4 counties, neurology dysautonomia clinic, AMCG stroke program and Ozaukee county skilled nursing facility program.
Supervisor of Operations; Urgent Care RN
Advocate Aurora Health
Mequon, WI
10.2009 - 09.2012
- Supervisory requirements as above.
- Per Diem RN East Mequon Urgent Care
- Worked urgent care independently with 1 MD and 1 PSR
Registered Nurse
Advocate Aurora Health
Multiple
09.1998 - 10.2009
- Lead over 3 MA's and 1 PSR - Cedar Grove
- Triage for multiple specialties - Port Washington
- Call Center triage - Mequon
Education
Lean Green Belt Certification
01-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, WI05-1994
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical leadership and support
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and comapssionate care
- Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Timeline
Registered Nurse Float, Anticoagulation Clinic
Advocate Aurora Health Care
08.2023 - Current
Supervisor of Clinical Operations
Advocate Aurora Health
07.2021 - 07.2023
Manager of Clinical Operations
Advocate Aurora Health
09.2012 - 07.2021
Supervisor of Operations; Urgent Care RN
Advocate Aurora Health
10.2009 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse
Advocate Aurora Health
09.1998 - 10.2009
Lean Green Belt Certification
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeshore Technical College