Chris Deggans
Covington,LA
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Director
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - Current
- Reduce staff turnover rates by fostering supportive work environment and providing professional development opportunities.
- Oversee roughly 50 RNs, LPNs, and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards through regular audits and process improvements.
- Handle complaints from patients and families and immediately take steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Manage budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures without compromising patient care quality or staff morale.
- Evaluate employee performance and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
House Manager
Our Lady Of Angels
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Developed strategies to address potential staffing shortages, maintaining efficient operations during challenging periods.
- Managed patient flow within facility by coordinating bed assignments and transfers according to priorities and available resources.
- Supported nursing staff with complex patient care situations, providing clinical expertise and guidance as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
Nursing House Supervisor
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
06.2011 - 07.2015
- Served as liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Promoted safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
RN, Critical Care (MSCC)
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Pharmacy Technician
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2005 - 05.2007
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Aided pharmacists in preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA05.2002
Skills
- Assignment Delegation
- Interpersonal Relations
- Payroll
- Hiring and Training
- Infection Control
- Staff Scheduling
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
- Financial Management
- Performance Evaluations
- Customer Service
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
Unit Director
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - Current
House Manager
Our Lady Of Angels
07.2015 - 08.2016
Nursing House Supervisor
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
06.2011 - 07.2015
RN, Critical Care (MSCC)
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
01.2008 - 06.2011
Pharmacy Technician
St. Francis Medical Center
03.2005 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
Louisiana State University And A&M College
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