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Cody Nagy
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in healthcare and direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments while focusing on company mission and community impact. Offering expertise with Emergency Department Surge-Overflow looking for next step in career as a Unit Manager.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Adventist Health System
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge education and follow-up support.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Championed a culture of patient-centered care, consistently demonstrating empathy, respect, and professionalism in all interactions with patients and their families.
- Served as a resource for other nurses in Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
Registered Nurse, ED Overflow and Float Pool
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Worked with healthcare team and house supervisor to coordinate patient flow in emergency room surge overflow, improving patient clinical outcomes while adhering to clinical documentation and accountability. Decreased patient bed assignment time on admission to unit and increased patient clinical outcome.
- Performed triage for incoming patients on overflow unit and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment while rounding on patients as a focal point in patient-centered care.
- Trained new healthcare team members on emergency room overflow unit and acted as a subject matter expert and lead team member.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Huntington Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Observed, recorded and communicated patient conditions utilizing computerized documentation systems.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Streamlined medication administration processes by implementing barcode scanning technology, reducing medication errors significantly.
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
Registered Nurse, Clinical Supervisor
Branch Health Clinic Yuma-United States Navy
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by maintaining open lines of communication regarding patient progress updates and discharge planning needs.
- Recruited and trained medical staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective Immunization care clinic.
- Optimized scheduling systems to increase efficiency while ensuring adequate staffing levels during peak times or high census periods in the unit.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Facilitated ongoing staff education through in-services, workshops, and seminars focused on relevant topics such as infection control or pain management techniques.
- Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families, employing conflict resolution skills to address concerns professionally and effectively.
- Championed patient advocacy efforts by addressing concerns promptly and working closely with families to ensure their needs were met throughout the treatment process.
- Streamlined clinical workflows by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements for increased productivity.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety and quality assurance by conducting regular audits and risk assessments within the clinical environment.
- Participated in performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall quality of care provided within the organization.
Registered Nurse
Corizon Medical Services
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by maintaining open lines of communication regarding patient progress updates and discharge planning needs.
- Recruited and trained new medical staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Yuma Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Implemented hands-on patient care and clinical therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge while Improving patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Registered Nursing Student
Chamberlain University College Of Nursing
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Observed patient behaviors and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
06.2011 - 03.2015
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Administered medications and treatments accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal results.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians by maintaining open lines of communication regarding patient progress updates and discharge planning needs.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Optimized scheduling systems to increase efficiency while ensuring adequate staffing levels during peak times or high census periods in the unit.
- Facilitated ongoing staff education through in-services, workshops, and seminars focused on relevant topics such as infection control or pain management techniques.
- Participated in performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall quality of care provided within the organization.
- Championed patient advocacy efforts by addressing concerns promptly and working closely with families to ensure their needs were met throughout the treatment process.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Policy
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Phoenix, AZ08.2017
Skills
- Medical Supply Management
- Staff Development
- Deadline Management
- Delegation and Motivation
- Budget Planning
- Training staff
- Treatment Planning
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Staff Supervision
- Staff assignments
- Quality Improvement
- Unit Oversight
Accomplishments
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Collaborated with the Department of Defense and a team of healthcare professionals in the development of policies and procedures for Yuma Branch Health Clinic during the initial stages of COVID-19 Surge.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system for ED-Surge unit that resulted in improved patient care and organized unit collaboration.
Software
EPIC
Microsoft Excel and various programs
Certification
Current and Active unrestricted California Nursing License
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Adventist Health System
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, ED Overflow and Float Pool
Inland Valley Medical Center
01.2021 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Huntington Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Clinical Supervisor
Branch Health Clinic Yuma-United States Navy
04.2019 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Corizon Medical Services
10.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Yuma Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 10.2018
Registered Nursing Student
Chamberlain University College Of Nursing
01.2015 - 08.2017
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
06.2011 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Healthcare Policy
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University