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Heather Sehgal

REDMOND,OR

Summary

Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience working at critical access hospitals, excelling in quality improvement and operational oversight. Proven ability in staffing resource allocation and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient care outcomes. Skilled in critical thinking and professional communication, driving evidence-based practices and fostering a culture of safety and continuous development among nursing staff.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

House Supervisor

St. Charles Madras
03.2025 - Current

Provides administrative leadership, clinical oversight, and operational support for hospital services during assigned shifts. Ensures safe, effective, and efficient delivery of patient care by supervising nursing staff, coordinating patient flow, managing staffing resources, and acting as the primary administrator-on-duty in the absence of hospital executives or department managers.

Quality Improvement and Education Specialist

St. Charles Madras
03.2024 - 03.2025

Direct report to CNO, responsible for advancing patient care outcomes through the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives and nursing education programs. This role integrates clinical expertise, data analysis, and teaching skills to promote evidence-based practice, regulatory compliance, patient safety, and continuous professional development among nursing staff.

Nursing House Supervisor

St. Charles Prineville
02.2018 - 03.2024

Provided clinical leadership for hospital operations during assigned shifts. Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize bed utilization. Collaborate with providers and external facilities regarding transfers and referrals.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Charles Prineville
06.2016 - 03.2024

Primary RN in critical access ER; provided triage and rapid assessment, prioritized care based on acuity, and initiated protocols for trauma, cardiac, pediatric, psychiatric, and medical emergencies. Worked closely with providers, ancillary staff, and first responders to ensure seamless care delivery.

Resource, Med-Surg, and ICU RN

St. Charles Prineville
06.2005 - 03.2024

Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care in a critical access setting. Perform patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and document findings in EHR.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Blue Mountain Community College
Pendleton, OR
06-2005

Skills

  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Staffing & Resource Allocation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Advanced Clinical Knowledge
  • Professional Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Incident Command/Disaster Preparedness

Certification

  • Certified Emergency Nurse
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • NRP
  • Code Gray

Timeline

House Supervisor

St. Charles Madras
03.2025 - Current

Quality Improvement and Education Specialist

St. Charles Madras
03.2024 - 03.2025

Nursing House Supervisor

St. Charles Prineville
02.2018 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

St. Charles Prineville
06.2016 - 03.2024

Resource, Med-Surg, and ICU RN

St. Charles Prineville
06.2005 - 03.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Blue Mountain Community College