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Clara Linda Miller, RN

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Results-driven nursing professional with extensive experience in critical care environments. Known for fostering teamwork, adaptability, and guiding new nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and safety standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nightshift RN Clinical Supervisor

Northside Hospital Gwinnett
Lawrenceville, GA
05.2023 - Current
  • Directed nursing personnel to ensure strict adherence to care standards and operational protocols.
  • Facilitated collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans and enhance outcomes.
  • Tracked and assessed clinical performance metrics to pinpoint opportunities for process optimization.
  • Guided new nurses in mastering best practices and hospital policies to ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Executed quality assurance initiatives to elevate patient safety standards.
  • Conducted staff evaluations regularly to enhance ongoing professional growth.
  • Educated new nursing staff during orientation on essential policies, procedures, and industry best practices to enhance professional development.
  • Collaborated on projects designed to improve care standards and patient outcomes across the organization.
  • Facilitated patient advocacy efforts by swiftly resolving issues and engaging with families to meet their needs throughout the treatment journey.
  • Implemented regular audits and risk assessments to enhance safety and quality assurance within clinical environments.
  • Analyzed complex cases and implemented prioritized interventions, ensuring alignment with specific patient needs through critical thinking.
  • Spearheaded ongoing staff education initiatives through in-service workshops and seminars on critical topics including infection control and pain management techniques.
  • Analyzed staffing needs and optimized scheduling processes to support unit operations during peak demand periods.
  • Contributed to departmental budgeting processes by monitoring resource utilization, analyzing trends, and making recommendations for cost-effective solutions.

RN Travel Contract/ Neuro ICU, Trauma ICU, PCU

Cross Country Healthcare/ Medical Staffing Network/ NSHG
Atlanta, GA
12.2021 - 05.2023
  • Conducted medication administration and evaluated patient responses to optimize therapeutic interventions.
  • Coordinated efforts with diverse teams to establish and implement effective patient care strategies.
  • Provided essential education to patients and families to ensure effective health management and post-discharge care.
  • Executed comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient conditions and identify necessary interventions.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

RN Travel Contract/ Float (MICU/SICU/ Neuro ICU)

Cross Country Healthcare/ Medical Staffing Network/ (WellStar Douglas and Paulding Hospitals)
Atlanta, GA
09.2020 - 11.2021
  • Led patient care initiatives to improve outcomes in critical and non-critical settings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans tailored to patient needs.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established guidelines, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Ensured adherence to hospital protocols and best practices for infection control and safety standards.

RN Travel ICU Contract/ Covid Pandemic-MICU

Fastaff Travel Nursing/ (Desert Regional Medical Center-Palm Springs, CA)
Greenwood, CO
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Provided multidisciplinary care for critically ill, ventilated COVID-19 patients requiring complex IV therapies and continuous infusions.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

ICU RN Travel Contract/ COVID-19 Pandemic

Fastaff Travel Nursing-Colorado-(Seton Medical Center)-California
San Francisco, CA
03.2020 - 05.2020

- Provided care for critically ill, ventilated COVID-19 patients.

RN-MICU/SICU/ Rapid RT/ Neuro ICU Float Contract

Medical Staffing Network Healthcare LLC/ (WellStar AMC)-Level 1 Trauma
Atlanta, GA
12.2013 - 03.2020
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient assessments and care strategies.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes to provide timely interventions for critically ill patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications in trauma care.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical procedures and best practices in a high-pressure environment.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Delivered high-quality patient care in critical trauma situations.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Clinical documentation
  • Quality improvement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 28 staff members/ Direct Reports.
  • Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of decreasing Total HACs for FY2025 by 20%. (Falls, FWI, CAUTI, CLABSI, C.Diff, HAPI, and Restraints.)

Affiliations

  • American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN)
  • Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)

Certification

  • GA RN Compact License #144142 - Exp: 01/31/2028
  • BLS - (AHA): 05/15/26-05/2028
  • ACLS - (AHA): 05/17/26-05/2028
  • PALS - (AHA): 01/29/26-01/2028
  • TCAR - (VisionEm): 01/02/25-01/02/2029
  • TNCC - (ENA Uni.): 12/13/24-12/31/2028
  • NIHSS - (NSHG/CBL): 06/26/2024- Renewal in progress

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Nightshift RN Clinical Supervisor

Northside Hospital Gwinnett
05.2023 - Current

RN Travel Contract/ Neuro ICU, Trauma ICU, PCU

Cross Country Healthcare/ Medical Staffing Network/ NSHG
12.2021 - 05.2023

RN Travel Contract/ Float (MICU/SICU/ Neuro ICU)

Cross Country Healthcare/ Medical Staffing Network/ (WellStar Douglas and Paulding Hospitals)
09.2020 - 11.2021

RN Travel ICU Contract/ Covid Pandemic-MICU

Fastaff Travel Nursing/ (Desert Regional Medical Center-Palm Springs, CA)
05.2020 - 08.2020

ICU RN Travel Contract/ COVID-19 Pandemic

Fastaff Travel Nursing-Colorado-(Seton Medical Center)-California
03.2020 - 05.2020

RN-MICU/SICU/ Rapid RT/ Neuro ICU Float Contract

Medical Staffing Network Healthcare LLC/ (WellStar AMC)-Level 1 Trauma
12.2013 - 03.2020

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Miami Dade College