Elizabeth Assaid
Moyock,NC
Summary
Dynamic public health professional with advanced education in public health principles, epidemiology, biostatistics, and health promotion, skilled in developing impactful educational programs. Proven leadership in policy development, program planning, and evaluation, supported by a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. Extensive experience in various healthcare settings—including hospitals, home care, and healthcare systems—enhances the ability to address community health needs with cultural competence. Proficient in designing and implementing educational initiatives, evaluating their effectiveness, and utilizing data-driven insights to foster continuous improvement based on best practices and evidence-based research.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Supervisor
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
2022 - Current
- Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate nursing staff along with the skills to manage conflicts and challenges that arise within the team or with patients/families by communicating effectively and building a rapport
- Manage 20+ staff overnight to represent administration
- Familiarity with healthcare laws, regulations, metrics and best practices to ensure compliance and quality care
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively as well as manage staffing schedules, productivity, and supplies efficiently
- Commitment to lifelong learning which includes being engaged in ongoing education and professional development to stay current with nursing trends and practice
- Supervised patient care staff, ensuring adherence to quality standards and protocols.
- Streamlined communication between departments, reducing response times and improving patient satisfaction rates.
- Led initiatives for process improvement, resulting in enhanced workflow efficiency within the department.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety were maintained.
- Provided ongoing support to staff members dealing with complex cases or challenging patient situations, fostering a sense of teamwork and collaborative problem solving.
- Enhanced team morale by recognizing individual achievements regularly during staff meetings and through informal interactions.
- Evaluated nursing documentation regularly to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established guidelines, leading to increased audit scores for the unit.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, identifying potential risks, implementing appropriate safeguards, and providing ongoing training to staff members.
- Served as an accessible resource for both patients and their families by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing education around care plans when needed.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the unit, fostering an environment where ideas were openly shared and evaluated for potential implementation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing efficient care coordination strategies and improving communication among healthcare team members.
Resource Pool RN
Sentara
01.2022 - Current
- Work closely with doctors to coordinate and advocate for patient care
- Delivered patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings to enhance health outcomes.
- Reduced patient wait times by streamlining the admission process and effectively managing patient flow.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for quality care.
- Evaluated patient conditions, adjusting care strategies based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital protocols, contributing to high standards of safety and quality assurance in patient care.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between medical-surgical, telemetry, critical care, and emergency department assignments as needed.
- Delivered culturally competent care to a diverse patient population by respecting individual values, beliefs, and preferences in the provision of healthcare services.
- Contributed to improved clinical decision-making by consistently participating in interdisciplinary rounds and offering valuable insights from a nursing perspective.
- Deescalated challenging situations involving distressed patients or family members through empathetic communication and conflict resolution skills.
Clinical Instructor
COA
01.2022 - Current
- Provide instruction and guidance to nursing students through their clinical rotations
- Collaborate with faculty to develop, implement, and evaluate curricula that align with nursing best practices
- Assess students’ clinical skills and competencies through observations, evaluations, and providing constructive feedback
- Organize and coordinate clinical learning experiences that meet educational objectives and provide diverse learning opportunities
- Certified in Nursing Educator Development
- Facilitated hands-on learning experiences to enhance clinical skills and knowledge retention.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to refine course materials and ensure alignment with accreditation standards.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
Hospice Case Manager
Genitive Hospice
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Case Manager for Currituck County, NC
- Flexibility to travel over 5 different counties
- Worked with different disciplines including physicians, physical/occupational therapists, pastoral, pharmacists, and other nurses to tailor care for each patient’s needs
- Managed comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans in which multiple disciplines could follow
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure aligned patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs and feedback.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options, enhancing understanding and comfort levels.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, streamlining processes for improved service delivery.
- Enhanced team efficiency through consistent documentation practices that ensured accurate record-keeping for clinical review meetings.
- Supported bereaved family members through follow-up visits or phone calls after a patient''s passing, offering grief resources as needed.
- Educated patients and families on disease progression and available resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and informed decision making.
Intensive Care RN
Sentara
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Unit Coordinator of ICU-main charge nurse
- Main responder to emergency situations all over the hospital
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests and invasive procedures as needed while maintaining strict adherence to established safety guidelines.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU environment by adhering to established protocols and procedures, reporting potential hazards, and participating in ongoing education opportunities.
- Mentored new nursing staff members on best practices in intensive care nursing, fostering professional growth among colleagues within the unit.
- Direct patient care including managing and titrating critical medications, managing ventilators
- Active in committees that focuses on prevention of Hospital acquired infections
- Administered critical care treatments and medications to stabilize patients in high-acuity environments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for complex cases.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in intensive care protocols and emergency response techniques.
- Coordinated patient transfers between departments, ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care throughout transitions.
- Trained nursing staff on advanced life support techniques, fostering a culture of excellence in critical care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential issues or complications in a timely manner, taking appropriate action to mitigate risks.
Education
Master of Public Health - Global Health
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2025
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2019
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of The Albemarle
Elizabeth City, NC05-2015
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Ethical decision-making
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Analytical problem-solving
- Efficient resource management
Certification
- ACLS/BLS, American Heart Association
- NIHSS certification
- Nurse Educator Development through Gaston Community College
Timeline
Resource Pool RN
Sentara
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Instructor
COA
01.2022 - Current
Hospice Case Manager
Genitive Hospice
10.2021 - 08.2022
Intensive Care RN
Sentara
01.2015 - 01.2021
Patient Care Supervisor
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
2022 - Current
Master of Public Health - Global Health
Liberty University
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Liberty University
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
College of The Albemarle