Proactive nurse leader with a strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication. Committed to fostering a culture of staff development while ensuring adherence to patient care protocols and optimizing operational workflows.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Nurse Manager - ABMT
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
06.2026 - Current
Led interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Coordinated scheduling for medical staff to optimize resource allocation and coverage.
Facilitated communication between departments to streamline workflows and information sharing.
Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for staff development and growth.
Cultivated a positive work environment through conflict resolution and team-building activities.
Supervised nursing staff and ensured adherence to patient care protocols.
Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
CNIV Leader/ Assistant Nurse Manager - ABMT
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
02.2022 - Current
Developed training programs for staff to improve clinical practices and teamwork.
Coordinated scheduling for medical staff to optimize resource allocation and coverage.
Conducted performance evaluations to identify areas for staff development and growth.
Fostered a positive work environment by recognizing individual achievements.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
Supervised nursing staff and ensured adherence to care protocols.
Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Registered Nurse- Orthopedics
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
01.2007 - 09.2013
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse - Neurology
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
10.2005 - 01.2007
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse - General Surgery
Chandler Regional Hospital
Chandler, Arizona
05.2000 - 10.2005
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
Educated patients on post-operative care and recovery processes.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
05-2001
Skills
Patient care coordination
Healthcare compliance
Quality assurance
Clinical training
Risk management
Operational efficiency
Department management
Team building
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Staff leadership
Effective communication
Certification
Registered Nurse Licensure - State of North Carolina #456789 Expires November 2027
Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification 2019 - Present