Christina Myers
Aston,PA
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Riddle Hospital - Main Line Health System, excelling in staff supervision and critical thinking. Expert in department management, fostering staff development through effective coaching and mentoring. Achieved financial targets while ensuring high patient satisfaction. Aiming to enhance education and knowledge by pursuing a DNP.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager - 5 Pavilion
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
01.2015 - 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.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- 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.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Managed 68 nurses and nursing activities in a 220-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
Assistant Nurse Manager - Progressive Care Unit
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
06.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Managed scheduling to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
Registered Nurse
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
06.2007 - 06.2012
- 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
West Chester University
West Chester, PA05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harcum College
Bryn Mawr, PA05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Neumann University
Aston Mills, PA12.2006
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Staff Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- PCCN
- Gerontology
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Nurse Manager - 5 Pavilion
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
01.2015 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager - Progressive Care Unit
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
06.2012 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Riddle Hosptial - Main Line Health System
06.2007 - 06.2012
- PCCN
- Gerontology
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Master of Science - Nursing
West Chester University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harcum College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Neumann University
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