Denise Montano, MSN, RN
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Chilton Medical Center - AHS, enhancing nursing satisfaction and patient care through effective communication and critical thinking. Skilled in infection control and team collaboration, I increased employee retention and maintained high-quality standards, supporting organizational goals with a results-driven approach.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager
Chilton Medical Center - AHS
03.2012 - 06.2024
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Oversaw training, staffing and education of all nurses, clerical, and ancillary staff.
- Contributed to policy development efforts within the organization, ensuring alignment with best practice guidelines in nursing management roles.
- Coordinated departmental operations according to administrative, legal and medical guidelines.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing infection control measures and adhering to safety protocols.
- Increased employee retention rates by creating a supportive work environment that valued teamwork and open communication.
- Managed budgets and resources, consistently meeting financial goals while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Conducted routine performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement among nursing staff members.
- Support the vision and goals of AHS and Chilton Medical Center.
Director of Medical/Surgical Services
Chilton Memorial Hospital
12.2006 - 01.2012
Director of Patient Care Services
Passaic Beth Israel Medical Center
06.1998 - 12.2006
Nurse Manager Medical Oncology
Passaic Beth Israel Hospital
06.1980 - 06.1998
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
12.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Felician University
Lodi, NJ05.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ08.1976
Skills
- Self Motivation
- Safety Protocols
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Decision-Making
- Infection Control
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compliance Monitoring
- Clinical Leadership
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Certified in CPR/AED
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager
Chilton Medical Center - AHS
03.2012 - 06.2024
Director of Medical/Surgical Services
Chilton Memorial Hospital
12.2006 - 01.2012
Director of Patient Care Services
Passaic Beth Israel Medical Center
06.1998 - 12.2006
Nurse Manager Medical Oncology
Passaic Beth Israel Hospital
06.1980 - 06.1998
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Felician University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bergen Community College