Christie Knight
Madison Heights,VA
Summary
Experienced nurse with twenty-nine years of nursing experience, seventeen of which have been in a leadership role. Organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated individual. I possess strong leadership skills in which I lead by example
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Coordinator/Assistant Unit Manager PACU
Centra Health
Lynchburg, VA
02.2008 - Current
- Provides and manages the care of postoperative patients
- Day to day management of unit, ensuring that unit function efficiently while maintaining budget.
- Oversees operational budget, with daily capture of patient charges.
- Assist with policy review and development.
- Ensures yearly competency standards are met through coordination of in-service training.
- Conducts patient and family rounding.
- Assist unit manager with conflict management, crucial conversations, and documentation of issues.
- Coordinates and conducts job interviews and onboarding of new staff.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient unit management practices and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Mentor nursing staff, enhancing professional development and strengthening the overall team.
- Coordinated with other departments for seamless transitions between units during patient transfers or discharges.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory guidelines and safety protocols within the unit, upholding the highest standards of patient care.
- Fosters a culture of teamwork among staff members by facilitating open communication channels and encouraging collaboration on complex cases.
- Contributes to hospital-wide initiatives for continuous process improvement, leading by example within the unit.
- Monitors quality of care through regular audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Manage inventory and supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation within the unit.
- Conducts performance evaluations of nursing staff, recognizing exceptional work ethic while addressing areas needing professional growth opportunities.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Centra Health
Lynchburg, VA
06.2004 - 09.2007
- Provided direct care to patients requiring PHASE 1 Recovery.
- Functioned as charge nurse and worked to assure the delivery of superior patient care in a cost-effective manner
- Adjusted staffing levels to assure appropriate coverage within budget guidelines
- Acted as a resource to fellow colleagues
- Primary Preceptor for new PACU team members
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Centra Health
Lynchburg, VA
05.1998 - 06.2004
- Coordinated Care Delivery to a variety of critical care patients
- Provided care to patients with complex medical / surgical needs
- As charge nurse, maintained and flexed staffing to accommodate unit needs while striving to remain within budgetary guidelines.
- Developed and refined sound critical thinking skills and judgment.
- Prioritized patient needs and collaborated with other members of the health care team when providing patient care.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2017
Registered Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Lynchburg General Hospital School of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA05.1996
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator/Assistant Unit Manager PACU
Centra Health
02.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Centra Health
06.2004 - 09.2007
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Centra Health
05.1998 - 06.2004
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing -
Liberty University
Registered Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Lynchburg General Hospital School of Nursing