Debra Ziegelmeyer
Festus,MO
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager, General Surgery
Mercy Hospital South
12.2015 - Current
- Championed continuous learning among staff members, organizing regular educational workshops and seminars.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
RN Supervisor
Mercy Hospital South
04.2011 - 12.2015
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system for optimal data integrity and accessibility across healthcare providers.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
RN Floor Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
11.1998 - 04.2011
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO05.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO05.2000
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- MS Office
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Nurse Manager, General Surgery
Mercy Hospital South
12.2015 - Current
RN Supervisor
Mercy Hospital South
04.2011 - 12.2015
RN Floor Nurse
Mercy Hospital South
11.1998 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College