ELIZABETH ADAMS-Wright
Tolleson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Desert Cove Nursing Center
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Served as a liaison between nursing leadership, hospital administration, medical staff, allied health professionals, patients, families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Engaged with local educational institutions to support the recruitment and retention of highly skilled nurses, contributing to a robust pipeline of qualified professionals entering the workforce.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Improved patient safety by implementing and monitoring evidence-based practices in clinical settings.
- Reduced hospital-acquired infections through diligent monitoring and enforcing proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to identify, analyze, and address potential risks in patient care processes.
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Promoted continuity of care for patients undergoing frequent facility transfers by coordinating seamless hand-offs between nursing staff members.
- Optimized resource utilization within the department by proactively identifying areas for cost reduction without compromising quality of care.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices in clinical documentation, streamlining processes and reducing errors.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines through meticulous attention to detail in completing clinical documentation tasks.
- Participated in continuous education programs, staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in clinical documentation management.
- Maintained strong knowledge of medical terminology, diseases and conditions and procedures.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Wellbridge Of Rochester Hills
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing clinical best practices and evidence-based guidelines.
- Enhanced team performance through regular clinical audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by organizing staff trainings, workshops, and seminars on relevant clinical topics.
- Facilitated communication between providers and patients to ensure clear understanding of treatment plans, resulting in improved adherence rates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans that addressed unique needs of each patient population served.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL07.2024
LPN-RN Diploma - Registered Nurse
Athena Career Academy
Toledo, OH09.2022
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Athena Career Academy
Toledo, OH10.2012
Skills
- Budget Administration
- HIPAA Regulations
- Profitability Strategies
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Safety
- Process Implementation
- Epic Systems
- Employee Supervision
- Employee Recruitment and Hiring
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Critical Thinking
- Healthcare regulations
- Quality Improvement
- Stress Tolerance
- Basic Life Support
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability
- Electronic Medical Record Software
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Desert Cove Nursing Center
08.2023 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Solutions
03.2023 - 06.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Henry Ford Hospital
07.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Director of Nursing
Wellbridge Of Rochester Hills
07.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - RN-BSN
Chamberlain University
LPN-RN Diploma - Registered Nurse
Athena Career Academy
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Athena Career Academy
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