Donna Weigel

• Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Developed and implemented process improvements based on data analysis and best practices.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify areas for quality enhancement.
• Facilitated training sessions on quality standards and regulatory compliance for staff.
• Provided staff training on emergency management
• Evaluated competency of clinical staff, documenting performance, and recommending improvements.
• Maintained current clinical knowledge by participating in hands-on patient care.
• Conducted comprehensive audits to identify areas of opportunity and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Promoted a safety-first mindset among employees, leading to decreased workplace incidents and injuries.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients and staff on proper hygiene practices.

• Conducted root cause analyses to address non-compliance issues effectively.
• Monitored performance metrics to ensure adherence to quality benchmarks across departments.
• Streamlined reporting processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of quality assessments.
• Established feedback mechanisms to gather insights from staff and patients for continuous improvement.
• Developed and monitored project plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
• Conducted regular assessments of program performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes.
• Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.

• Supervised and guided students (CNA, LPN, ADN) across clinical, classroom, simulation, and lab settings to foster practical skills and knowledge application.
• Participated in hands-on patient care to enhance clinical knowledge and teaching effectiveness.
• Applied knowledge of LTC, Med-Surg, Maternal Newborn to make insightful observations of deviations and successes.
• Conducted site visits to assess and evaluate clinical practices.
• Developed and implemented innovative curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Engaged with community stakeholders to promote educational programs and strengthen institutional partnerships.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
• Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
• Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
• Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
• Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for Maternal/Newborn and Pediatric curriculum.
• Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
• Supported weekly LPN and ADN lab sessions, contributing to student engagement, comprehension and learning objectives.

Led nursing teams as charge nurse, staff nurse, and flight nurse, optimizing patient care across diverse settings. Managed care for patients from infancy to elderly, improving patient outcomes through tailored interventions. Developed expertise in labor and delivery, medical surgical, and pediatrics throughout 26-year tenure as registered nurse.

Administer medications and monitor patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Educate patients and families on health management strategies to promote recovery and wellness.

• Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
• Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare providers.
• Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and community resources for ongoing support.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of care initiatives.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.