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Christine Pisa

Old Forge,PA

Summary

Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Nursing

Oak Ridge
09.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
  • Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
  • Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.

Unit Manager/Assistant Director of Nursing

Abington Manor
10.2021 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient unit management processes and coordinating interdisciplinary teams.
  • Streamlined daily operations for increased productivity by delegating tasks and supervising nursing staff.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently overseeing the administration of medications to patients.
  • Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
  • Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
  • Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
  • Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.

RN Unit Manager

Guardian Healthcare
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.

RN Unit Manager

Allied Services Integrated Health System
11.2013 - 09.2019
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.

RN Floor Nurse

Moses Taylor Hospital
08.2006 - 11.2013
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing support on a busy hospital floor.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering personalized care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Reduced medication errors through vigilant monitoring and proper documentation of administered treatments.
  • Maintained high standards of clinical excellence through regular participation in professional development opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
  • Strengthened relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear communication and active listening skills.
  • Advanced critical thinking skills for prompt identification of potential complications or deteriorating conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented further health decline.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA
06.2005

Timeline

Assistant Director of Nursing

Oak Ridge
09.2023 - Current

Unit Manager/Assistant Director of Nursing

Abington Manor
10.2021 - 09.2023

RN Unit Manager

Guardian Healthcare
10.2019 - 10.2021

RN Unit Manager

Allied Services Integrated Health System
11.2013 - 09.2019

RN Floor Nurse

Moses Taylor Hospital
08.2006 - 11.2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

Luzerne County Community College
Christine Pisa