Christina Slaughter
BayCity,TX
Summary
Results-focused Nursing professional with strengths in problem solving, communication and collaboration. Dedicated hands-on leader offering 30+ years in healthcare and 20+ years in leadership. Excellent at identifying opportunities for clinical quality improvement and implementing changes to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Accomplished in developing high-performing nursing teams and managing care across healthcare continuum. Knowledge of both state and federal patient care regulations. Devoted to successfully training nursing staff to deliver quality patient centered care.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Nursing Officer
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented new nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors.
- Recruited new professional staff members and implemented comprehensive training programs.
- Championed patient safety initiatives, resulting in reduced medical errors and improved clinical outcomes.
- Developed strategic plans for nursing services, aligning with organizational goals and objectives.
- Promoted a positive work environment by recognizing achievements and addressing concerns promptly.
- Evaluated clinical performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted action plans.
- Created and integrated new nursing protocols designed to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing
- Investigated and reported all accidents fully, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff
- Established resource allocation procedures and investigated complaints registered by patients and family members
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person
- Recruited, interviewed, hired and coached employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution
- Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task
- Participated in daily meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents
- Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics
- Oversaw implementation of new equipment and developed and initiated policies and procedures to standardize delivery of care
- Coordinated delivery of exceptional patient care by evaluating workflows and facilitating positive throughput changes
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Acted as Interim Medical Surgical Director maintaining day to day activities, staffing and payroll while searching for new Director
- Investigated charge capture process on Med/Surg and implemented new process to improve accuracy and timeliness of charges and took process from 1 week late entries to daily entries.
Interim Chief Nursing Officer
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Created and integrated new nursing protocols designed to improve patient outcomes while minimizing medical errors
- Hired and trained new hospital nursing staff members and trained all team members in area of service
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing
- Investigated and reported all accidents fully, leveraging new knowledge to improve protections for patients and staff
- Established resource allocation procedures and investigated complaints registered by patients and family members
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person
- Recruited, interviewed, hired and coached employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution
- Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task
- Participated in daily meetings with department heads to discuss census information, admissions and discharges for residents
- Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics
- Oversaw implementation of new equipment and developed and initiated policies and procedures to standardize delivery of care
- Coordinated delivery of exceptional patient care by evaluating workflows and facilitating positive throughput changes
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Acted as Interim Medical Surgical Director maintaining day to day activities, staffing and payroll while searching for new Director
- Investigated charge capture process on Med/Surg and implemented new process to improve accuracy and timeliness of charges
- Took process from 1 week late entries to daily entries.
Director Of Surgical Services
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
03.1998 - 06.2021
- Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 20 individuals
- Diversified facility offerings by overseeing implementation and management of Outpatient IV Infusion Services, Bravo PH studies and PillCam Endoscopy
- Trained in downloading and preparing Bravo Ph Reports
- Trained and qualified staff per board requirements as well as national, state and local regulations
- Developed policies and procedures to align with AORN Guidelines and comply with statutory, regulatory, state and federal guidelines
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
- Coordinated delivery of exceptional patient care by evaluating workflows and facilitating positive throughput changes
- Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private
- Supervised nursing staff of 20+ RN's, LVN's, and CST's, delivering consistent coaching and mentoring to improve job efficiency
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data
- Resolved conflicts promptly among physicians, nurses and other healthcare employees to keep workflows on task
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements
- Managed operations in accordance with budget requirements
- Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization
- Implemented Inventory 'Stoplight' Management Policy to manage outdated supplies and reduce inventory waste
- Implemented Smoke Free procedures in Operating Room to support nationwide initiative and achieve 'Smoke Free' designation
- Encouraged staff to obtain CNOR certification and achieved CNOR Strong Award
- Collaborated with staff and developed and initiated policies and procedures to standardize delivery of care
- Initiated daily Safety Huddles
- Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for patients and staff while promoting regulatory compliance
- Collaborated with administration during planning, building and successful moving of Hospital into new building
- Successfully built new Electronic Health Record for Surgical Services.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
CyFair Medical Center
03.1997 - 03.1998
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Oversaw treatments, therapies and medication administration according to prescribed methods and protocols
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Surgeons, scrubbing and circulating during a wide variety of procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tomball Regional Medical Center
07.1991 - 03.1997
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Physicians, scrubbing and circulating during a wide variety of specialties including open heart procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital And Medical Center
03.1991 - 07.1991
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Anesthesia, assisting Physicians, scrubbing and circulating in a wide variety of specialties including open heart procedures
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments to identify patient needs, devise individualized plans of care, modify care solutions and ensure patients' rights.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
01.1991 - 03.1991
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Anesthesia and circulating in a variety of specialties
- Helped improve procedural documentation.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Breckenridge Hospital
09.1990 - 12.1990
- Travel Nurse Assignment
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Anesthesia and circulating in a variety of specialties.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital And Medical Center
01.1990 - 09.1990
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Anesthesia, scrubbing and circulating in a wide variety of specialties including open heart procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
University Of Texas Medical Branch
06.1989 - 01.1990
- Operating Room Internship
- Prepped operating rooms for upcoming procedures by setting out and verifying count of all necessary equipment and assessing environment for compliance with asepsis standards
- Handled specimens for laboratory testing and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients through compassionate approach and positive attitude
- Participated in discussions with healthcare team members regarding surgical patients to address and resolve concerns
- Oversaw treatments, therapies and medication administration according to prescribed methods and protocols
- Anticipated surgeons' needs and maintained procedure sterility during operations by observing body language, movements and demeanors
- Educated patients and families on diseases, medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain self-management
- Carried out nursing tasks safely to maintain high level of care that complied with organization's procedures and regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care
- Directly supported surgical team by assisting Anesthesia and circulating during procedures.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX12.2014
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX05.1989
Skills
- Staff mentoring and coaching
- Patient services coordination
- Treatment plan creation
- Nursing operations reconstruction
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Staff scheduling
- Recruitment and staffing
- Patient care oversight
- Job performance evaluations
- Training and development
- Nursing staff supervision
- Clinical management
- Record maintenance
- Electronic medical records
- Healthcare delivery
- Quality assurance controls
- Staff supervision
- Patient relations
- Patient safety
- Performance metrics
- Hospital coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Regulatory requirements
Certification
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Chief Nursing Officer
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Interim Chief Nursing Officer
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
12.2020 - 06.2021
Director Of Surgical Services
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
03.1998 - 06.2021
Operating Room Registered Nurse
CyFair Medical Center
03.1997 - 03.1998
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tomball Regional Medical Center
07.1991 - 03.1997
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital And Medical Center
03.1991 - 07.1991
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
01.1991 - 03.1991
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Breckenridge Hospital
09.1990 - 12.1990
Operating Room Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital And Medical Center
01.1990 - 09.1990
Operating Room Registered Nurse
University Of Texas Medical Branch
06.1989 - 01.1990
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Associate Of Applied Science - Nursing
Wharton County Junior College
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
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