Debra Haar
Sheridan,WY
Summary
Professional with strong background in nursing leadership, focused on delivering high-quality patient care and operational efficiency. Expertise in team collaboration, staff development, and resource management. Known for adaptability and achieving results in dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in clinical skills, patient advocacy, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
County Nurse Manager
Sheridan County Public Health
10.2015 - Current
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Established strong relationships with patients families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Staff Nurse
Sheridan County Public Health
07.2014 - 10.2015
- Administered medications via oral, nasal, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Staff Nurse
Sugarland Ridge
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Administered medications via oral, topical, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
NWCCD
Sheridan, WY05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05-2000
Skills
- Quality improvement
- Policy development
- Clinical supervision
- Staff development
- Patient education and advocacy
- Conflict management
- Direct patient care
- Performance improvement
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Budget management
- Motivational skills
- Compassionate and caring
- Preventive health
Timeline
County Nurse Manager
Sheridan County Public Health
10.2015 - Current
Staff Nurse
Sheridan County Public Health
07.2014 - 10.2015
Staff Nurse
Sugarland Ridge
05.2014 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
NWCCD
Bachelor of Arts - Theater
University of Wyoming