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Heather Swinehart

Lima,Ohio

Summary

Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience at Bluffton Hospital, excelling in team collaboration and conflict resolution. Proven track record in mentoring staff and enhancing patient care quality. Skilled in data analysis and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations while fostering a positive work environment. Committed to driving optimal healthcare outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Supervisor

Bluffton Hospital
09.2020 - Current
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Delegated tasks and provided leadership for nurses and support personnel.

Director of Nursing

Autumn Court Care Center
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • 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.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.

Registered Nurse

The Meadows of Ottawa
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

RN, Maternity Services

Blanchard Valley Hospital
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge for both laboring mothers and their newborns.
  • Provided education to new mothers about infant safety, care, and nutrition. Helped mother's with lactation needs/concerns.

RN Floor Nurse

Mercy Health/St Rita's Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Utilized Epic to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
  • Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
  • Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in an oncology/medsurg environment.
  • Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better selfmanagement.
  • Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
10-2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
02-2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

James A Rhodes State College
Lima, OH
12-2017

LPN - LPN

James A Rhodes State College
Lima, OH
08-2009

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Recordkeeping and file management
  • Team building and leadership
  • Office management
  • Team collaboration
  • Staff management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management

Timeline

Director of Nursing

Autumn Court Care Center
06.2024 - 10.2024

Nursing Supervisor

Bluffton Hospital
09.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse

The Meadows of Ottawa
08.2019 - 09.2020

RN, Maternity Services

Blanchard Valley Hospital
10.2018 - 04.2019

RN Floor Nurse

Mercy Health/St Rita's Medical Center
02.2018 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

James A Rhodes State College

LPN - LPN

James A Rhodes State College

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