Christina Greenwood
Corning
Summary
Very experienced in administration and LTC clinical settings. I am always highly motivated to learn and challenge my nursing skills in new ways. I present with 25 years of LTC experience, with 4 years as administration. I truly enjoy the director of nursing role!
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Started as DON and now MDS
Azria healthcare Clarinda
Clarinda
11.2025 - Current
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team performance and patient outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Oversaw medication administration protocols for safety and accuracy.
- Managed daily operations of nursing department, ensuring effective staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to resolve patient care concerns and implement effective solutions.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Developed nursing policies to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to maintain adequate patient coverage.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Examined incident reports to identify trends and improve safety protocols. submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
RN Floor Nurse, DON, ADON/MDS Nurse
Caring Acres Nursing and rehab
Anita
07.2014 - 12.2019
- Administered medications and treatments per physician instructions and facility protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted in wound care and management, ensuring proper hygiene and infection control.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care as needed.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures, safety practices, and facility policies.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as directed by care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care strategies.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering quality patient care.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or treatment plans.
RN Staff Nurse
Villisca Good Samaritan
Villisca
07.2005 - 11.2009
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention and management of chronic conditions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Provided direct patient care in diverse medical settings.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with serious illness or injury.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information and treatment plans in electronic health record systems.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local healthcare regulations.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results based on established norms.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge/Eagle Grove, IA 05.1999 - 05.2003
Clarinda High School
Clarinda , IASkills
- Clinical expertise
- Department leadership
- Team leadership
Timeline
Started as DON and now MDS
Azria healthcare Clarinda
11.2025 - Current
RN Floor Nurse, DON, ADON/MDS Nurse
Caring Acres Nursing and rehab
07.2014 - 12.2019
RN Staff Nurse
Villisca Good Samaritan
07.2005 - 11.2009
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Iowa Central Community College
05.1999 - 05.2003
Clarinda High School