Courtney Fogal
Summary
Dynamic Perioperative Nurse Manager at Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital with a proven track record in optimizing patient care and enhancing surgical outcomes. Offering more than 20 years of expertise in the healthcare field, promoting compassionate leadership, effective communication, and flexibility in all types of situations. Successfully reducing surgical site infection rates and improving patient satisfaction scores through quality enhancement projects and cross-functional teamwork.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Perioperative Nurse Manager
Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with interdisciplinary teams, promoting collaboration and a patient-centered approach to care.
- Optimized resource utilization by regularly evaluating equipment needs and coordinating with vendors to ensure timely delivery of supplies.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of care through effective handoff communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesia providers to develop individualized care plans for patients undergoing surgery, ensuring optimal outcomes during the perioperative process.
- Evaluated nursing staff performance routinely while providing constructive feedback leading to improved nursing practice.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying abreast of industry guidelines and updating policies accordingly.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient satisfaction scores within the surgical services department.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by fostering open communication among team members, addressing concerns promptly, and promoting professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced surgical team cohesion through regular staff meetings, discussing challenges faced in the operating room, and brainstorming solutions together as a team.
- Oversaw the implementation of new technologies within the perioperative environment, ensuring proper training of staff members for seamless integration into daily practice.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through effective communication and education on treatment plans.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined processes.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency, ultimately reducing wait times for patients seeking care.
- Recommended process improvements to improve patient flow and staff circulation.
- Implemented organizational policies and procedures for facility.
- Restructured job responsibilities to incorporate current demands of changing systems.
- Supported regulatory compliance with strict policy enforcement.
- Provided staff education to promote best practices and patient care.
- Managed daily operations of staff and coordinated unit's schedule
- Fostered development of nursing and technical staff to facilitate professional growth.
- Reviewed department financial metrics and implemented effective budget control and expense monitoring.
Clinical Coordinator RN
UPMC Carlisle Surgery Center
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and best practices.
- Clinical manager of operating room staff and SPD staff
- Provided education for new equipment, supplies, and processes, along with monthly and annual competencies.
- Planned schedules and assignments based on resources.
- Joined staffing to assist with surgical cases and procedures as needed.
- Billing coordinator of medical supplies from outside vendors.
- Groomed for advancement through succession planning
- Served as liaison between the nursing team and other healthcare professionals involved in patients'' care plans.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Wellspan, Chambersburg Hospital
02.2007 - 09.2021
- Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the operating room setting.
- Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Streamlined the perioperative process for patients by establishing clear lines of communication between interdisciplinary teams.
- Reduced surgical complications through thorough patient assessment and timely communication with the surgical team.
- Assisted surgeons with procedures as scrub nurse.
- Service line lead for urology for 6 years.
- Helped to integrate EPIC into the hospital and was a SUPER USER
- Developed and organized nurse schedule as part of scheduling committee.
- Charge nurse experience of 12 years.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2007
- Maintained the care of patients working on ADLs to return to assisted/independent living.
- Charge nurse over seeing LPNs and aides overnight.
- Assisted with Grand Rounds to help evaluate patients and their progress.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Gaston Memorial Hospital
07.2004 - 02.2005
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Maintained post surgical patients' wound, dressing, and drain care.
- Assisted with patient and their preoperative care prior to surgery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA05-2004
Skills
- Safety protocol implementation
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Patient care proficiency
- Quality enhancement projects
- Effective time management
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective multitasking
- Consistent dependability
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Perioperative Nurse Manager
Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Wellspan Waynesboro Hospital
10.2022 - 03.2023
Clinical Coordinator RN
UPMC Carlisle Surgery Center
09.2021 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Wellspan, Chambersburg Hospital
02.2007 - 09.2021
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Gaston Memorial Hospital
07.2004 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
York College of Pennsylvania
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