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Deborah Nelson

Cumberland,WI

Summary

Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Lakeview Hospital, excelling in team mentorship and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through strong clinical judgment and effective communication. Successfully implemented innovative solutions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, resulting in increased team morale and operational efficiency.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Casual OB RN

Lakeview Hospital
05.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.

Director of Women's Services

Lakeview Hospita
11.2015 - 01.2021
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.

Director of Women's Health

Indian River Medical Center
05.2013 - 06.2015
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.

Obstetrics Manager

Lakeview Medical Center
06.1986 - 05.2013

Started my nursing career at Lakeview Medical Center and worked in Med/Surg, OB, PACU as a staff nurse. I worked in leadership at Lakeview Medical Center as the OB manager and added responsibilities from 1988 - 2013. Along with managing day to day operations, I was intricately involved in the build of the new hospital.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
05-1981

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
05-1985

High School Diploma -

Lebanon High School
Lebanon, IN
01-2010

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • NRP
  • STABLE
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Compassion and empathy

Timeline

Casual OB RN

Lakeview Hospital
05.2021 - Current

Director of Women's Services

Lakeview Hospita
11.2015 - 01.2021

Director of Women's Health

Indian River Medical Center
05.2013 - 06.2015

Obstetrics Manager

Lakeview Medical Center
06.1986 - 05.2013

Master of Science - Nursing Administration

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Indiana University

High School Diploma -

Lebanon High School