Chris Graves
Jupiter,FL
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Good Samaritan Medical Center, excelling in team leadership and clinical supervision. Championed quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient care outcomes. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and conflict management skills to foster a collaborative environment, achieving financial targets while maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assisted the Director with managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Worked at least 36 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
Cardiac Cath Lab and IR Registered Nurse
Tenet Resource Agency
08.2022 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Cath Lab and Emergency Room Nurse
North Shore Medical Center Miami.
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of crisis, helping them navigate through difficult life events.
- Educated patients and their families on condition management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Coached and mentored junior staff to uplift department capabilities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Minimized complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.
Registered Flight Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintained excellent working relationships with ground-based emergency medical service providers, facilitating smooth hand-offs at transfer points for continued patient care.
- Ensured optimal equipment functionality by regularly inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining all flight nursing equipment according to established protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall performance within the flight nursing team, contributing to positive patient outcomes and increased operational efficiency.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through regular participation in training programs, conferences, workshops, and other educational opportunities relevant to flight nursing practice.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgment in determining appropriate treatment plans for a diverse range of acutely ill or injured patients encountered during emergency airlifts.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Regional Medical Center
10.2014 - 08.2016
- Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Three Rivers College
Poplar Bluff, MO04-2009
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO05-1989
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Department management
- Clinical supervision
- Staff development
- Conflict management
- Performance improvement
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical expertise
Certification
- Nurse Management
- Critical Care
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Epic experience
- Cerner Experience
- Phillips Experience
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Good Samaritan Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab and IR Registered Nurse
Tenet Resource Agency
08.2022 - 06.2024
Cath Lab and Emergency Room Nurse
North Shore Medical Center Miami.
09.2020 - 08.2022
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
08.2017 - 09.2020
Registered Flight Nurse
Air Evac Lifeteam
04.2016 - 08.2017
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Regional Medical Center
10.2014 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Three Rivers College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Southeast Missouri State University
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