Christine Brewer, RN MSW MSN
Nurse Leader and Educator
Ithaca,NY
Summary
Highly qualified nurse leader and social worker with excellent collaboration and leadership skills. Specializing in home health, hospice and palliative care, geriatrics, case management, and nursing education. Committed to high quality, innovative, respectful nursing care, education and leadership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compliance Officer/Clinical Director
Visiting Nurse Service
Ithaca, NY
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed comprehensive training programs to increase employee awareness of compliance requirements and expectations.
- Championed ethical business practices, instilling a sense of corporate social responsibility across all departments.
- Streamlined reporting processes for improved efficiency in submitting data to regulatory agencies.
- Evaluated new regulations for potential impact on business operations, taking proactive measures to ensure readiness for implementation.
Nurse Case Manager
Cayuga Medical Center
Ithaca, NY
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Reduced hospital readmissions through vigilant monitoring and prompt intervention for at-risk patients.
- Promoted continuity of care by coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members in the development of discharge plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by effectively communicating pertinent information to receiving facilities or home health agencies.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering trust and open communication resulting in improved satisfaction scores.
Palliative Care Nurse Advisor & Residence Nurse
Hospicare & Palliative Care Services
Ithaca, NY
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with outside agencies for hospice referrals, ensuring seamless transitions for patients and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for patients with life-limiting illnesses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a sense of trust and open communication.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition, promptly intervening to manage symptoms effectively.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and optimal care coordination.
- Educated fellow healthcare professionals on the principles of palliative care, enhancing their ability to provide comprehensive care.
Associate Clinical Faculty
Villanova University
Villanova, PA
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new clinical staff members to maintain a high-performing team environment.
- Strengthened relationships with community partners to expand clinical opportunities.
- Served as a mentor to students, offering guidance on academic and career-related matters.
- Conducted research on emerging trends in nursing education, incorporating findings into course materials for relevancy and accuracy.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Participated in curriculum development initiatives, contributing to the continuous improvement of the nursing program.
- Delivered lectures on complex nursing topics, simplifying information for easier understanding by students.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as simulation-based learning, which improved student competency and critical thinking skills.
- Maintained strong relationships with clinical partners, securing high-quality placements for students during their practicum experiences.
Clinical Instructor
Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Facilitated communication between students and clinical preceptors to address any concerns or issues that arose during rotations.
- Assisted in the development of simulation scenarios to provide realistic patient experiences for students to practice their skills.
- Updated course materials regularly to reflect current best practices within nursing education and healthcare delivery systems.
Faculty - Lecturer, Course Director
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
07.2011 - 12.2016
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Served as a mentor to new faculty members, offering guidance on classroom management and lesson planning techniques.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Adapted quickly to shifting educational landscapes during remote learning periods, leveraging digital tools to engage students via virtual platforms while maintaining a high level of academic rigor.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
Director of Education and Research
LIFE (Living Independently for Elders) PACE Program
Philadelphia, PA
06.2006 - 06.2011
- Developed comprehensive strategic plans to align educational objectives with institutional goals and available resources.
- Evaluated staff performance, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted instruction to address gaps in knowledge or skills.
- Collaborated with management to develop organizational strategies for workforce planning and talent development.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying abreast of changing standards within the industry and incorporating necessary updates into training materials accordingly.
- Streamlined onboarding process, reducing time-to-proficiency for new hires while maintaining high-quality training standards.
- Maintained accurate records of employee training participation and progress, utilizing data-driven insights to inform future program enhancements and resource allocation decisions.
- Managed staff development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement among educators.
Education
MSN - Nursing Leadership
University of Pennsylvania
BSN - Bachelor of Nursing
Drexel University
MSW - Master of Social Work
Temple University
BS - Elementary Education
Shippensburg University
Skills
- Nursing Leadership and Project Development
- Patient Case Management, Education and Care Coordination
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Home Health Care and Chronic Disease Management
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Quality Improvement
- Staff Development
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- Registered Nurse, New York, 2022 - Present
- Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania, 2004 - 2023
Post Graduate Training
- Teaching Education Program Certificate (TEP), University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing
- Teaching with Simulation: Simulation Facilitator, University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing
Professional Organizations
POST GRADUATE TRAINING
Board Member - McGraw House, Senior Living Apartment Building, Ithaca, NY 2024
Post Master’s Certificate in Nursing Education University of Pennsylvania 2014
End of Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) Trainer - 2008 – present
InnovAge and New Courtland LIFE Zumba Instructor – For Older Adults 2014 – 2020
MEMBERSHIPS IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Association for Gerontology in Higher Education (AGHE)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
National League for Nursing (NLN)
Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI)
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA)
Timeline
Compliance Officer/Clinical Director
Visiting Nurse Service
10.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse Case Manager
Cayuga Medical Center
09.2022 - 09.2023
Palliative Care Nurse Advisor & Residence Nurse
Hospicare & Palliative Care Services
02.2022 - 08.2022
Associate Clinical Faculty
Villanova University
01.2017 - 12.2021
Clinical Instructor
Jefferson University
01.2014 - 12.2018
Faculty - Lecturer, Course Director
University of Pennsylvania
07.2011 - 12.2016
Director of Education and Research
LIFE (Living Independently for Elders) PACE Program
06.2006 - 06.2011
MSN - Nursing Leadership
University of Pennsylvania
BSN - Bachelor of Nursing
Drexel University
MSW - Master of Social Work
Temple University
BS - Elementary Education
Shippensburg University
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