Fadra Norman
Riverview,FL
Summary
Accomplished Director of Nursing with a proven track record at Whispering Oaks, enhancing healthcare operations through leadership and quality improvement. Spearheaded initiatives that reduced nurse turnover and patient wait times by 25%, leveraging skills in staff recruitment and retention, and nurse education. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to professional development, fostering team excellence and regulatory compliance. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Whispering Oaks
05.2022 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Director of Nursing
Wedgewood Healthcare Center
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
Regional Nurse Manager
Consulate Health Care
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Reduced nurse turnover rates by creating supportive work environments and addressing individual concerns promptly.
- Reduced patient wait time 25% by implementing conceirge patient intake process.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training in-services and meeting sessions and mentorship programs for nursing teams.
- Championed interdisciplinary collaboration within healthcare teams, improving patient outcomes through comprehensive care plans.
- Contributed to healthcare organization growth by building teams and eliminating agency staff networking with community partners, promoting available services effectively to potential clients.
- Achieved cost savings through careful budget management, evaluating resource allocation to align with organizational priorities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2010
Skills
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
- Professional Development
- Process Improvements
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Whispering Oaks
05.2022 - Current
Director of Nursing
Wedgewood Healthcare Center
01.2021 - 05.2022
Regional Nurse Manager
Consulate Health Care
12.2018 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
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