Elizabeth Holls
756 Wolfeboro Lane ,TN
Summary
Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Centennial Surgery Center, excelling in clinical leadership and care coordination. Proven track record in implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction. Skilled in medication administration and staff supervision, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Centennial Surgery Center
08.2017 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with safety protocols and patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient flow and managed surgical schedules for optimal efficiency.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, fostering understanding and recovery success.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Centennial Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with interventional radiologists to ensure patient safety during procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation and positioning of patients for various imaging studies.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responses throughout interventional procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, enhancing recovery and satisfaction.
- Assisted with training new nursing staff members on proper techniques and best practices within the interventional radiology setting.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Vanderbilt Medical Center
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Led initiatives to improve patient safety protocols, enhancing compliance with best practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical procedures and patient management strategies.
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Onslow Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2012
- Delivered high-quality patient care in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Assessed and prioritized patient needs to ensure timely interventions and support.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatments, and preventive measures.
Staff Nurse, CVICU
University of Tennessee Medical Center
06.2009 - 08.2010
- Administered critical care interventions to patients in post-operative recovery phase.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for complex cases.
- Monitored patient vitals and responded promptly to changes in condition, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on best practices in CVICU protocols and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Tennessee Medical Center
05.2007 - 06.2009
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitor patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly for timely intervention.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educate patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and medication adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson Newman College
Jefferson City, TN05.2027
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Medication administration
- Staff supervision
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Staff scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Patient management
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Centennial Surgery Center
08.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology
Centennial Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Vanderbilt Medical Center
01.2012 - 08.2012
Emergency Department Staff Registered Nurse
Onslow Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2012
Staff Nurse, CVICU
University of Tennessee Medical Center
06.2009 - 08.2010
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Tennessee Medical Center
05.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carson Newman College