Organized Nurse Manager dedicated to maintaining high-performance and quality-driven healthcare units. Well-versed in evaluating staff performance, conducting education programs and developing departmental budgets. Strong communicator and tactical planner with top skills in problem-solving and conflict management. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters
Norfolk, Virginia
06.2022 - Current
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions, and dismissals.
Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, and vacation time.
Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Belleharbour
Suffolk, VA
04.2021 - 11.2021
Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Registered Nurse, Med-Oncology Unit
Sentara Obici Hospital
Suffolk, VA
11.2021 - 12.2022
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership and Management
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Newport News, VA
02-2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
05-2005
Skills
Department management
Patient education and advocacy
Budget management
Registered health information administrator
Clinical expertise
Multidisciplinary care coordination
Quality improvement
Compliance oversight
Deadline management
Staff development
Performance improvement
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Med-Oncology Unit
Sentara Obici Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Belleharbour
04.2021 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership and Management
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Old Dominion University
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Baltimore City Community College
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