Elizabeth Salam
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with a proven track record at Alaris West Orange, enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices and effective team collaboration. Skilled in infection control and conflict resolution, I successfully improved patient satisfaction scores and reduced fall incidents, demonstrating strong organizational and communication abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Manager
Alaris West Orange
West Orange, NJ
06.2023 - 09.2025
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing unit, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities, enhancing interdisciplinary communication among staff members.
- Developed and implemented nursing protocols, improving patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Managed staffing schedules, optimizing resource allocation to meet patient care demands.
- Evaluated patient care metrics, identifying areas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with upper management on strategic planning for unit growth and resource needs.
- Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
- Developed and distributed nursing assignments for unit employees that outlined individual and group tasks.
- Inventoried medications, supplies and equipment and distributed stock to patients.
- Reduced incidents of patient falls by introducing fall prevention program tailored to high-risk individuals.
- Improved team communication and effectiveness, instituting regular debriefing sessions after critical incidents.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in the nursing unit.
- Managed daily nursing unit operations, maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by actively addressing concerns and implementing necessary improvements.
Nursing Unit Manager
Brookhaven Nursing Home
East Orange, NJ
07.2018 - 05.2023
- Elevated patient care standards by leading team in implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Successfully managed challenging situations involving patients or families by employing effective conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through continuous staff education and policy updates.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings, fostering collaborative approach to patient care.
- Oversaw infection control initiatives within the unit, resulting in decreased hospital-acquired infection rates among patients under our care.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare standards, leading to successful accreditation inspections.
- Upheld strict adherence to patient confidentiality and privacy protocols, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing unit, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
License Practical Nurse
South Mountain Healthcare & Rehab Center
Union, NJ
11.2012 - 03.2018
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Best Care College
East Orange, NJ05-2012
Skills
- Infection control
- Expense management
- Nurse scheduling
- Behavioral management
- Documentation review
- Medication monitoring
- Patient safety
- Patient education
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Patient care assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- HIPAA guidelines
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Unit Manager
Alaris West Orange
06.2023 - 09.2025
Nursing Unit Manager
Brookhaven Nursing Home
07.2018 - 05.2023
License Practical Nurse
South Mountain Healthcare & Rehab Center
11.2012 - 03.2018
LPN - Practical Nursing
Best Care College