Hi, I’m
Christen Stacey
Evergreen,CO
Summary
Compassionate nurse dedicated to maintaining highest standards of nursing practices and policies. Excellent leader, mentor and recruiter, supporting staff and local community. Demonstrates strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance along with proven results in managerial role.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
8
Certificate
Work History
Advanced Clinical Education Services
Health Care Consultant and Certified Life Coach
09.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Served as primary liaison for clients, political stakeholders, providers and public policy associations, lobbyists and partners.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Provide recommendations regarding staff training and requirements to meet clinical needs.
- Provide recommendations to agencies for best outcomes to include patients mental and physical health.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Consulate Healthcare of WilliamsburgWilliamsburg, VA
Director of Nursing
03.2022 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Maintained understanding of accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Performs medical necessity review which includes: inpatient review, concurrent treatment review, treatment planning including discharge planning appropriateness in compliance with medical policy, compliance of CMS standards and requirements.
- Set and monitored achievement goals for nursing department consistent with established philosophy and standards of practice.
OptumRxBend, OR
Director of Nursing
01.2013 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
- Administered executive supervision, exercising independent judgment to select proper course of action in policies and procedures.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during national certification inspections.
- Budgeted, managed and scheduled staff, fostering environment supportive of both staff and infusion patients.
- Managed a remote team of infusion nurses across multiple sites and states through coaching, training, and development.
- Reduced overtime of nursing staff by 7%, increasing productivity and generating positive reflection on management.
- Recruited and hired intelligent clinical and administrative staff to bolster skills set of already talented team.
- Directed and supported site startup process. I provided certified training for infusing patients involved with research study programs
- Implemented in house PICC placement program procedures to achieve and maintain IV therapy accreditation.
- Provided conflict resolution and early leadership training.
Bend Memorial ClinicBend, OR
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Jun2008 - Jun2015 (7 years)
Job overview
- Administered prescribed medication and chemotherapy treatments in alignment with nursing standards.
- Monitored patients' reactions to chemotherapy and recommended methods for treating side effects.
- Accessed patient ports and PICC lines to start infusions and check for cleanliness.
- Managed infusion schedule and patient flow for up to 50 patients per week.
- Oversaw infusion room cleaning and restocking treatment areas.
- Emotionally supported patients during treatments and gave information on support groups and therapy services.
- Mixed medications for chemotherapy and iron infusions, carefully following physician specifications.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Education
Central Oregon Community College, Bend, OR
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
06.2009
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Science from Nursing Administration
Skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Accreditation coordination
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Profitability strategies
- Performance metrics
- Medication and IV administration
- IV drug therapy management
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Leadership skills, remaining calm, positive and engaged under high pressure
- Comprehensive problem resolution
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Acute care treatment knowledge
- Critical thinking
- Project planning
- Training & Development
- Patient education and advocacy
- Patient relations
- Collaborates effectively
- Facility oversight
- Utilization Management
Affiliations
- Member, AAPACN
- Member, AVA
- Member, INS
- Member, Small Business Association (2017 - present)
- AHA healthcare trainer/educator
Accomplishments
- Developed relationships with over 300 new clients and typically exceeded sales goals by no less than 5% each year
- Led team to achieve 55% growth during the pandemic and maintained employee retention, earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
- Created highly effective new PICC/midline placement program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Recognized as Employee of the month for outstanding performance and team contributions.
- Nominated as an Emerging Leader and scholarship recipient for leadership training within United Health Group.
Certification
- Certified Master Level Life Coach
- PICC and Midline placement certification, - 2015
- Chemo/Bio therapy certification
- Oregon RN License - 2008
- Washington RN License - 2019
- North Carolina RN license - 2021
- Smoking cessation coordinator Training - 2015
- BLS/CPR, American Redcross - 2021
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Consulate Healthcare of Williamsburg
03.2022 - 03.2023
Health Care Consultant and Certified Life Coach
Advanced Clinical Education Services
09.2019 - Current
Director of Nursing
OptumRx
01.2013 - 10.2021
Central Oregon Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing Administration
- PICC certification, - 2015
- Chemo/Bio therapy certification
- Oregon RN License - 2008
- Washington RN License - 2019
- North Carolina RN license - 2021
- Smoking cessation coordinator Training - 2015
- BLS/CPR, American Redcross - 2021
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Bend Memorial Clinic
Jun2008 - Jun2015 (7 years)
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