Esther McNeil
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Charge Nurse with a proven track record at NHC Springfield, showcasing expertise in patient care coordination and clinical leadership. Excelled in mentoring nurses, enhancing patient outcomes, and implementing infection prevention measures. Demonstrated strategic decision-making and team leadership, significantly improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid history of managing nursing teams in high-pressure environments. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient care and streamline operations. Demonstrated expertise in critical decision-making and effective team leadership.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
White's Creek Rehab and Healthcare
03.2023 - 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.
- Managed supply of medical equipment and consumables, ensuring availability and reducing instances of stock-outs.
- Oversaw administration of medication, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols, thereby maintaining patient safety.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Charge Nurse
NHC Springfield
01.2022 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
Charger Nurse
Creekside Rehab and Healthcare Facility
11.2020 - 03.2022
- 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.
- 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.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient care quality by leading team of nurses to adopt evidence-based practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Charge Nurse
NHC Richland Place
04.2021 - 01.2022
- 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.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Tcat of Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, TN12-2019
High School Diploma -
White's Creek Comprehensive High School
Whites Creek, TN05-2007
Skills
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Infection Prevention
- Patient Care Coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Discharge planning
- Duty delegation
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Charge Nurse
White's Creek Rehab and Healthcare
03.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse
NHC Springfield
01.2022 - 02.2023
Charge Nurse
NHC Richland Place
04.2021 - 01.2022
Charger Nurse
Creekside Rehab and Healthcare Facility
11.2020 - 03.2022
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nursing
Tcat of Murfreesboro
High School Diploma -
White's Creek Comprehensive High School
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