Fay Diane McGaugh
Greenwood,AR
Summary
Registered Nurse with 29 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across multiple med-surgical environments. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality focused and efficiency driven leader.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Select Speciality Hospital
Fort Smith , AR
10.2022 - Current
- Functioned as an RN performing direct patient care, House Supervisor, Relief CNO, and Relief Director of Quality.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic and critical illnesses.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients. Managed and titrated critical drips.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collected lab specimens as ordered.
- Administered moderate sedation during bedside procedures.
Registered Nurse
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
Siloam Springs , AR
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided care for patients on Med-Surg unit and ICU
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Used Med Host to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis, and expected patient outcomes.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
Clinical Nurse Manager
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith , AR
02.2007 - 09.2021
- Managed 80+ employees across a 22-bed Orthopedic unit and a 26-bed general surgery unit.
- During my tenure, I was the interim manager of a 22-bed rehab unit and the manager of a 10-bed inpatient hospice unit. 30-bed Oncology unit and managed 24 bed Skilled Nursing unit
- Evaluated performance of nursing staff members through observation and chart reviews.
- Implemented strategies for improving quality of care, patient safety, and satisfaction levels.
- Conducted regular meetings with the nursing team to discuss new initiatives or changes in practice guidelines.
- Monitored staffing patterns to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting audits on a regular basis.
- Assisted in budgeting process for clinical departments while maintaining cost effectiveness.
- Participated actively in recruitment and selection processes for new hires.
- Organized educational sessions to enhance skillsets amongst existing staff members.
- Reviewed incident reports related to clinical operations and implemented corrective action plans when necessary.
- Provided timely feedback to nursing personnel regarding their performance both verbally and in writing.
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks.
Case Manager
Select Speciality Hospital
Fort Smith , AR
07.2004 - 02.2007
- Identified care needs of 16 to 20 individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Provided referrals to appropriate health care providers or other community resources.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment options.
- Helped meet length of stay per month.
- Covered as a liaison monthly to assess patient criteria for admission to our facility.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY12-2000
Diploma of Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA11-1995
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Augusta College
Augusta, GA05-1992
Skills
- IV management
- Wound Care
- Precepting
- Critical Care
- Ventilator support
- Nursing staff leadership
- Electronic Charting
- Customer Service and patient satisfaction
- Strong work ethic
- Joint Commission Readiness
Affiliations
- Member of ANA
Certification
- ACLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Select Speciality Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
09.2021 - 11.2022
Clinical Nurse Manager
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
02.2007 - 09.2021
Case Manager
Select Speciality Hospital
07.2004 - 02.2007
- ACLS
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Excelsior College
Diploma of Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Augusta Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Augusta College
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