ERIN STEWART
BOYCE
Summary
Dynamic Charge Nurse with extensive experience at VA Medical Center, excelling in patient advocacy and care coordination. Proven ability to mentor staff and enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and personalized care plans. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and critical thinking, driving improved patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Healthcare professional skilled in managing nursing teams and ensuring high standards of patient care. Proven success in implementing care plans and improving operational efficiency. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments. Strong skills in patient assessment and emergency response.
Experienced with managing nursing teams and overseeing patient care. Utilizes leadership and clinical expertise to ensure efficient and effective healthcare delivery. Track record of maintaining high standards in patient safety and quality care.
Charge nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Diligent nursing professional brings strong foundation of medical knowledge and patient care expertise, honed over 40 years of industry experience. Trained in Psychiatric treatment and patient care with extensive knowledge of Psychiatric Diagnoses and Treatment of.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Compass Behavioral Center OF ALEXANDRIA
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
CHARGE NURSE
Acadia Healthcare
08.1999 - 06.2022
- 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.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
CHARGE NURSE
VA Medical Center
06.1980 - 06.2015
- 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.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- 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.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
- Facilitated ongoing education for nursing staff through in-service training sessions and workshops on relevant topics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Streamlined shift handovers, ensuring seamless continuity of care and minimizing information gaps.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving patient recovery rates.
- Coordinated daily nursing activities to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, significantly reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by personalizing care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING
LSU ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria, LA05-1999
Skills
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Compassionate and patient
- Calm and composed
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Staff supervision
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Staff management
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Staff education
- Duty delegation
- Discharge planning
- Personal integrity
- Patient management
- Rapport building
- Care plan management
- Nursing expertise
- Patient care standards
- Documenting observations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nursing care coordination
- Performance evaluations
- Licensed RN
- Ethical practice
- Ward management
- Health education
- Patient care assignment
- Patient care planning
- Friendly and outgoing
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety and security procedures
- Nursing intervention adjustment
- Patient admitting
- Nurse and CNA supervision
- Charting and documenting
- Care and discharge planning
- Nurse training
- Patient care management
- Critical thinking
- Training staff
- Patient and family advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Monitoring vital signs
- Compassionate and caring
- Documentation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Infection control
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Compass Behavioral Center OF ALEXANDRIA
06.2022 - Current
CHARGE NURSE
Acadia Healthcare
08.1999 - 06.2022
CHARGE NURSE
VA Medical Center
06.1980 - 06.2015
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING
LSU ALEXANDRIA
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