Colleen Campbell, MPH, BSN, RN
Sanford,FL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in managing charts, initiating IVs, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Skilled in leading healthcare facilities through periods of significant change and improvement, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in patient care management, staff leadership, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Supervisor
Tarrytown Hall Care Center
Tarrytown, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians or other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments.
- Actively listened to concerns from both patients and staff members regarding issues related to patient care.
- Resolved conflicts among nursing staff in a timely manner while promoting positive working relationships.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to meet patient needs while adhering to budgetary constraints.
- Reviewed and completed admission and discharge assessments.
MPH, BSN, RN
Eastchester Health Care Center
The Bronx, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
- Provided leadership support during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care plans.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
- Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Assisted with recruitment and retention of nursing staff.
Registered Nurse Manager
Willows Rehab And Nursing Center
Suffern, NY
11.2015 - 08.2023
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Reviewed incident reports from nurses regarding patient safety issues.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations related to nursing practice.
- Facilitated communication between medical teams, patients, families, and other stakeholders.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center, Psychiatric
The Bronx, NY
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Nyack Hospital
Nyack, NY
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system according to hospital policies and standards of practice.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while providing safe patient centered care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient's health status and developed individualized plans of care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound care, IV insertions, foley catheter insertion and removals.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices in order to reduce risk of transmission within the organization.
- Maintained current certification in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Hospice Registered Nurse
Unite Hospice of Rockland
New City, NY
06.2014 - 02.2020
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders according to established policies and procedures.
- Counseled family members on grief management techniques during difficult times associated with terminal illness.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Responded quickly to urgent calls regarding symptom management or emergency situations.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound judgments in order to provide quality end-of-life care for each patient.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs, pain levels, medications, nutrition and other health related issues.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, pharmacists and dieticians on behalf of hospice patients.
- Followed up regularly with physicians and caregivers after discharge from hospice services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient's progress towards goals of care plan.
Hospice LPN
Continium Hospice
The Bronx, New York
06.2004 - 02.2014
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
LPN Emergency Room
St. Vincent's Hospital
Manhattan, NY
05.2005 - 02.2009
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
LPN Corrections
Westchester County Jail
Valhalla, NY
04.2001 - 07.2006
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
LPN Charge Nurse
Dumont Nursing Care Center
New Rochelle, NY
09.1997 - 06.2006
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
10.1999 - 06.2005
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions, including vital signs, nutritional status, pain levels and mental health.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Educated patients on disease processes, medications and post-treatment homecare needs.
Education
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azure College
Fort Lauderdale, FL02-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach School of Nursing
Palm Beach, FL12-2017
Skills
- Staff development
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Compliance advisory
- Employee supervision
- Medication dispensing
- Electronic medical record documentation
- Policy development
- Patient education
- Clinical assessment
- Clinical leadership
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- IV
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Tarrytown Hall Care Center
11.2023 - Current
MPH, BSN, RN
Eastchester Health Care Center
10.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Jacobi Medical Center, Psychiatric
11.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Nyack Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Manager
Willows Rehab And Nursing Center
11.2015 - 08.2023
Hospice Registered Nurse
Unite Hospice of Rockland
06.2014 - 02.2020
LPN Emergency Room
St. Vincent's Hospital
05.2005 - 02.2009
Hospice LPN
Continium Hospice
06.2004 - 02.2014
LPN Corrections
Westchester County Jail
04.2001 - 07.2006
Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
10.1999 - 06.2005
LPN Charge Nurse
Dumont Nursing Care Center
09.1997 - 06.2006
- ACLS
- BLS
- IV
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azure College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach School of Nursing
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