Ginger Newmark, MSN, RN, CCRN, ONC
Hampton,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Nursing Professional Development Practitioner, recognized for enhancing staff retention through individualized training and development. Leveraging strong clinical judgment and adaptability, I successfully aligned educational programs with organizational goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Professional Development Pracitioner
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
06.2024 - Current
- Led the development of training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives.
- Increased staff retention by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and support.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital And Health Network
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Conducts comprehensive patient assessments, identifying emergent conditions and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintains accurate documentation of patients'' progress, vital signs, and medication administration in electronic health records.
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Ocean Medical Center
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed thorough documentation of patient assessments, treatments administered, interventions performed during procedures resulting in accurate medical records.
- Managed emergency situations in the Cardiac Cath Lab, quickly identifying issues and implementing appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Lehigh Valley Muhlenberg
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Morristown Medical Center
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing life-saving interventions.
- Facilitated timely decision-making with accurate documentation of patients'' conditions and effective communication with physicians.
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing life-saving interventions.
Clinical Nurse Educator
Mountainview Hospital And Medical Center
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Increased staff retention by providing ongoing professional development opportunities and support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Henderson Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, optimizing workflow efficiency across departments.
- Managed staffing schedules, balancing resource allocation to meet patient care demands effectively.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to improve staff development.
- Improved patient flow processes to reduce wait times while maintaining high-quality care standards across the unit.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Spring Valley Hospital
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients
- Served as charge nurse, overseeing nurses and nursing assistants, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
Trauma/Surgical ICU Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
02.2010 - 06.2017
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Mentored new ICU nurses, sharing knowledge and expertise to enhance their professional growth and development.
- Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Demonstrated flexibility by rotating through various ICU specialty areas including cardiac, neurological, and surgical units to provide well-rounded and comprehensive nursing care.
Perioperative Nurse Manager
Lemper Pain Centers
08.2009 - 02.2010
- Streamlined surgical scheduling processes to enhance overall efficiency and productivity in the operating room.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by effectively managing nurse schedules, minimizing overtime costs, and ensuring adequate coverage for all surgical procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments, identifying potential risks, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
The University of Arizona Global Campus
05-2027
Master Of Science - Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2020
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL03.2018
Associate Degree In Nursing -
County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ06.2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Staff training and development
- Staff management
- Relationship building
Certification
Critical Care Nursing Certification (CCRN)
Orthopedic Nurse Certification (ONC)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Nursing Professional Development Pracitioner
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
06.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Travel Registered Nurse
Ocean Medical Center
12.2023 - 06.2024
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital And Health Network
10.2023 - 10.2025
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Lehigh Valley Muhlenberg
06.2023 - 09.2023
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Morristown Medical Center
09.2021 - 05.2023
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono
06.2021 - 08.2021
Critical Care Travel Nurse
Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles Medical Center
02.2021 - 04.2021
Clinical Nurse Educator
Mountainview Hospital And Medical Center
02.2020 - 03.2021
Administrative Nursing Supervisor
Henderson Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse, PACU
Spring Valley Hospital
08.2013 - 06.2017
Trauma/Surgical ICU Nurse
Sunrise Hospital
02.2010 - 06.2017
Perioperative Nurse Manager
Lemper Pain Centers
08.2009 - 02.2010
MBA - Business Administration
The University of Arizona Global Campus
Master Of Science - Nursing Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree In Nursing -
County College of Morris