Christine DeGrazia

I provide state-compliant HHA clinical training and ongoing staff education, preparing new aides and supporting current staff with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care.

Provided classroom and clinical instruction for nursing students and current staff, teaching core nursing skills, patient care, and best practices to prepare competent, confident, and compassionate nurses

• Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols, enhancing compliance with healthcare standards.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline communication processes.
• Developed and executed training programs for nursing staff, improving skillsets and team performance.
• Monitored quality assurance initiatives, identifying areas for improvement in patient care services.
• Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage and efficient resource allocation in nursing units.
• Facilitated conflict resolution among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to nursing staff for professional growth.

• Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
• Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
• Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
• Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for seamless transitions.
• Conducted assessments and documented patient progress to inform ongoing care strategies.

• Led nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and coordinate comprehensive care plans.
• Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
• 7/17-5/19I managed patient assessments, care planning, and documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality of care, while collaborating with staff and families to support individualized patient needs.