Christina Hutchinson
Riegelsville,United States
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with 12 years of experience in a leadership nursing role. Adept at critical care and management with training in patient education and leadership. Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills. Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization. Christina is driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Hutchinson Med PLLC
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Reduced urgent care wait times through efficient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with acute illnesses and injuries.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, culturally competent care to diverse populations.
- Streamlined clinic operations with effective communication between providers, support staff, and administration.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, ensuring comprehensive assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Prevented hospitalizations by providing timely intervention for chronic disease exacerbations in the urgent care setting.
- Expanded access to healthcare services through extended hours and weekend availability at the urgent care facility.
- Promoted health education among patients, encouraging self-management skills and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Collaborated with local community organizations to offer on-site flu vaccination clinics during peak seasons.
- Developed quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety within the urgent care clinic environment.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends in urgent care medicine.
- Advocated for patients'' needs within the healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary resources and support services.
- Provided telemedicine consultations for remote or homebound patients requiring urgent medical attention but unable to travel to a clinic location.
- Performed minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting when required for urgent care patients.
- Evaluated and updated clinical protocols to reflect current evidence-based standards, ensuring best practices in urgent care delivery.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Helped patients manage acute and chronic pain.
Nurse Practitoner
Matrix Medical
11.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare services for diverse populations, addressing acute and chronic conditions.
- Assessed and diagnosed patients, determining appropriate treatment plans in a timely manner.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve desired results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to promote safe and effective patient care within the organization.
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Stanley Szwed
01.2010 - Current
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Evaluated 20 patients each day took vitals and attained key case information.
- Offered continuous review of patients in acute care from admission to discharge.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Used EPIC to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Supported patients in maintaining prescribed regimen of care.
- Handled patients in intensive care units on hemodialysis.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Provided quality patient care and maintenance of rooms to properly comply safety, health and organizational regulations and federal, state and local rules.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
Corporate Chief Nursing Officer
Prime Healthcare ( Concurrent With NP Role)
11.2014 - 06.2021
- Coordinated patient care services and managed clinical cost control across 45 hospitals in 14 states
- Oversaw nursing staff at major hospitals with 100k professionals.
- Recruited new professional staff members and implemented comprehensive training programs.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Maintained competency through maintaining active medical staff status at both St. Mary's General Hospital and St. Michaels Medical Center through cardiac clinics and staff NP hospitalist program management. Worked as active medical staff through COVID due to short staffing in acute medical faculties with cardiac surgery and full service cardiac catheterization labratories.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Used EPIC to create detailed patient reports on patient's condition status and treatments received.
- Advised caregivers and family members in providing emotional and psychological care to support patient needs.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Handled patients in intensive care units on hemodialysis.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Served as lead Nurse Practitioner for an active cardiac clinic.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results and vitals into medical records.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Formulated lists of current and past medical conditions.
Chief Nursing Officer
St. Mary's General Hospital
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Designed and implemented standards of care for nursing and patient care.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Supervised staff oj 500 registered nurses, 20 Nurse Practitioners and 200certified nursing assistants.
- Maintained clinical competency through participation in Clinical Rotations in Hospitalist program and running outpatient cardiac clinics to support and grow cardiac service line.
- Assisted with preparation of budget and expense reports.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Coordinated patient care services and managed clinical cost control.
Assistant Vice President of Nursing
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2010
- Facilitated creation of governance policy for adoption by board of directors and committee chairperson.
- Reviewed, identified, updated and prioritized strategic initiatives to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
- Identified issues with production, workforce and material sourcing and implemented successful solutions.
- Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Handled administrative systems to assist senior leadership and over 3000 staff members.
- Developed and led a Mid- level Hospitalist program with a team of 20 Nurse Practitioners to care for critical care and cardiac surgery patients. Responded to all cardiac emergencies.
Director Cardiac Catheterization Labratory
Sr. Michael Medical Center
12.2004 - 05.2007
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Supported physicians throughout introduction of medical devices and vascular closure with collagen plugs and stitches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Discussed proposed surgical procedures, risk and potential complications with supervising physician and patient to obtain proper patient informed consent.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Supervised 75 NP, RN, RCIS and cardiology fellows to provide EBM to cardiac patients requiring interventional procedures including TAVR, EPS, PTCA, and diagnostic catheterizations
- Developed mid level care program to grow volume and improve quality and safety across care service line.
Director of Critical Care and Cardiac Surgery
The General Hospital Center At Passaic
12.1999 - 07.2004
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Assisted patients to maintain current understanding of conditions and presentations.
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in three critical care units.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Evaluated work performance of 150 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Planned and assigned workload t0 1:1 -person nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 250 -bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 150 employees across more than 3 departments.
Manager Cardiac Telemetry
Medical Center Of Ocean County
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 40 patients daily.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Managed 100 nurses and nursing activities in a 250-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Worked at least 10 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Newark Beth Isreal Medical Center
06.1993 - 01.1997
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Identified Cardiac conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
DNP - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Aurora, COMaster of Science - Adult NP
Felician University
Lodi, NJ04.2010
Master of Science - Clinical Leadership
UMDNJ
Newark05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05.1993
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Behavior Modification
- Medication Prescribing
- Health Care Evaluation
- Specialist Referrals
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Drug Regimen Counseling
- Standards of Care
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Hutchinson Med PLLC
12.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitoner
Matrix Medical
11.2022 - Current
Corporate Chief Nursing Officer
Prime Healthcare ( Concurrent With NP Role)
11.2014 - 06.2021
Cardiac Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Stanley Szwed
01.2010 - Current
Chief Nursing Officer
St. Mary's General Hospital
01.2010 - 07.2014
Assistant Vice President of Nursing
St. Mary's Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2010
Director Cardiac Catheterization Labratory
Sr. Michael Medical Center
12.2004 - 05.2007
Director of Critical Care and Cardiac Surgery
The General Hospital Center At Passaic
12.1999 - 07.2004
Manager Cardiac Telemetry
Medical Center Of Ocean County
01.1997 - 12.1999
Clinical Coordinator RN
Newark Beth Isreal Medical Center
06.1993 - 01.1997
DNP - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Master of Science - Adult NP
Felician University
Master of Science - Clinical Leadership
UMDNJ
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Villanova University
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