Erin Singleterry
Moore,OK
Summary
Organized and dependable registered nurse successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Is passionate about improving patient care and assisting patients in developing and maintaing healthy life changes by direct contact and through collaboration with community resources. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
AMG Specialty Hospital
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
10.2017 - 09.2022
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Monitored, analyzed and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Lead and directed team of 10 clinical personnel and support staff.
- Developed improvement plans to solve problems and improve lagging areas.
- Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
- Implemented ongoing learning strategies such as tutorials, instructional modules, and supervised hands-on sessions to help nurses and staff improve understanding of medical equipment and care best practices.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for nursing staff.
- Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Worked with nurse manager to develop nursing staff through education, evaluation, performance management and competency improvement.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
- Communicated patients' condition to physician and collaborated with them on best treatment.
- Recruited and coached employees to offer high-quality, cost-effective care to all residents.
- Trained and mentored new nurses.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical
- Recruited and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Lead and directed team of 15 clinical personnel and support staff.
- Facilitate hiring of qualified nursing personnel by interview applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients. Ran all codes and rapid responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Participated in falls policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Assisted physicians with all bedside procedures. (Tracheostomies, CVC'S, intubation, chest tube, bronchs, etc).
House Supervisor
Norman Specialty Hospital
Norman, OK
11.2010 - 09.2017
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 43 bed facility.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Motivated and supervised 16 nurses, 3 CNAs and 2 respiratory therapistsd in delivering quality patient care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by 86% within 6 months.
- Identified new areas of scientific research and provided internal training.
RN Critical Care
Integris Southwest Medical Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
11.2008 - 10.2010
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments, care options and discharge instructions.
RN PICU
Children's Hospital At OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
02.2002 - 10.2008
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventive measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to pediatric patients newborn to 21 years of age.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Recovered children after thoracic surgery. Cared for neuro patients monitoring ICP bolts and EVD drainage. Provided care for a wide range of medical diagnoses such as sepsis, respiratory failure, and trauma.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelors Of Nursing Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Online06.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12.2001
Skills
- Employee Training Program
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Policy and Program Development
- In-Service Programs
- Medical and Clinical Supervision
- Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
- Process Improvement
- Crisis Situations
- Applicant Interviewing
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Charting and Clinical Documentation review
- Team Meetings
- Staffing based on acuity
- Training Initiatives
- Managing Patient Cases
- Diagnostic Services Monitoring
- Nursing Operations Management
- Resource Monitoring
- Instructional Material Development
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Organizational Goal Development
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Administrative Staff Supervision
Affiliations
- Member of AACCN
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Additional Information
I am pursuing my masters in nursing leadership this spring
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Many people today believe that cynicism requires courage. Actually, cynicism is the height of cowardice. It is innocence and open-heartedness that requires the true courage—however often we are hurt as a result of it.
Erica Jong
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
AMG Specialty Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2022
House Supervisor
Norman Specialty Hospital
11.2010 - 09.2017
RN Critical Care
Integris Southwest Medical Center
11.2008 - 10.2010
RN PICU
Children's Hospital At OU Medical Center
02.2002 - 10.2008
Bachelors Of Nursing Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing -
Oklahoma City Community College
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