Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive experience at Tenet Healthcare Corporation, excelling in surgical services and operations management. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and staff development, driving quality improvement initiatives that boosted team collaboration and reduced turnover. Adept at fostering a culture of excellence through strategic oversight and effective communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Perioperative Services
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
06.2023 - Current
Served as an effective liaison between physicians, nursing staff, administrators, and other stakeholders in support of efficient departmental operations.
Oversaw recruitment efforts to attract top talent while maintaining a diverse workforce aligned with organizational values.
Established key performance indicators for staff evaluations, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
Launched quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency within the department.
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Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services necessary to maintain superior standards of care within budget constraints.
Managed budgets and financial forecasting for the department, ensuring responsible allocation of resources to support optimal operations.
Led initiatives to improve employee engagement and morale, resulting in reduced turnover rates and increased team collaboration.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
11.2019 - 06.2023
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
Evaluated employee performance regularly; provided feedback on areas requiring growth or improvement; rewarded achievements accordingly.
Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and best practices.
Promoted a culture of safety by identifying potential risks, implementing preventive measures, and conducting staff training sessions.
Supported departmental goals by actively participating in committee meetings, contributing to policy revisions, and staying informed on current industry trends.
Charge Nurse
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
09.2012 - 11.2019
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
HCA
08.2014 - 08.2016
Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Accounts Payable Supervisor at Tenet Global Business Center (A Tenet Healthcare Corporation Company - TX, USA)Accounts Payable Supervisor at Tenet Global Business Center (A Tenet Healthcare Corporation Company - TX, USA)
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