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Erika Gabriel
Nixa,MO
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Summary
Dynamic clinical leader specializing in overseeing clinical operations and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in developing and implementing policies that improve patient care and outcomes. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment within interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Manager
Cox Health Hospice
Springfield, Missouri
02.2025 - Current
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards and hospice care policies to maintain quality care.
- Oversaw clinical operations and procedures while remaining current of federal and state regulations to ensure organization processes were fully compliant with new healthcare law requirements.
- Managed patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Intervened on behalf of patients to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage for patient needs.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to enhance understanding of care options.
- Improved policies and procedures through development, implementation, revision and evaluation of new protocols.
Pediactric Urgent care nurse
Cox Health
Springfield, MO
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Assessed patient conditions, implemented and continuously reassessed care plans to address evolving health needs.
- Assessed patient conditions and triaged cases in a fast-paced environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs within interdisciplinary team, successfully implementing treatment plans to improve care delivery.
- Assisted with minor medical procedures, including suturing lacerations, splinting fractures, administering injections, and performing EKGs to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered medications according to provider orders and documented administration properly in EMR system.
- Ordered diagnostic tests such as x-rays or lab work for further evaluation of patient condition.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cox Health South
Springfield , Missouri
01.2018 - 04.2022
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions in a high-volume emergency department.
- Oversaw management of intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices to maintain patient stability and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated communication among physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless patient care.
- Supported preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge, ensuring continuity of care and patient safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Cox College
Springfield, MO12-2017
Skills
- Care plan management
- Clinical quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- EMR documentation
- Process improvement
- Administrative oversight
- Clinical leadership
- Payroll administration
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- BLS
Timeline
Clinical Manager
Cox Health Hospice
02.2025 - Current
Pediactric Urgent care nurse
Cox Health
04.2022 - 02.2025
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cox Health South
01.2018 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Cox College