Janet Bayless
Beavercreek
Summary
Occupational health professional with proven ability to enhance workplace safety and health standards. Expertise in conducting health assessments and implementing preventative care measures. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving impactful results. Reliable in adapting to changing healthcare needs and maintaining high standards.
Experience in ensuring compliance with ADA, OSHA and ODOT requirements.
Case management of employees on STD and LTD with return to work, fitness for duty and other measurable regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Clinical Educator
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Strengthened relationships with external partners such as universities or professional associations by coordinating joint educational initiatives.
- Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
- Optimized patient care quality by updating policies, procedures, and protocols based on current best practices in clinical education.
On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
GE Aviation Contracted Through TriHealth
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
- Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
- Completed all OSHA Hearing Conservation Test
- Completed ODOT Urine Drug Screens and Breathalyzer Test both randomized and on demand.
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
CareSource
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decisionmaking.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
11.2011 - 10.2017
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Advanced Neurological Registered Nurse
Miami Valley Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2011
- 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.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
03.2004 - 07.2010
- Administered life-saving medications during emergency situations, stabilizing patients'' conditions for further evaluation by medical team members.
- Evaluated effectiveness of pain management strategies and adjusted interventions as needed to ensure patient comfort throughout hospitalization.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with best practices within critical care nursing field.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent adherence to infection control protocols and proper medication administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH06-2006
Skills
- Ethics and professionalism
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical expertise
- Quality improvement
- Clinical Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Case Management
Certification
- CRRN - Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
- COHC - Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist
- NIHSS - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
Hospital Clinical Educator
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2021 - Current
On-Site Occupational Health Nurse
GE Aviation Contracted Through TriHealth
03.2020 - 08.2021
Telephone Triage Registered Nurse
CareSource
10.2017 - 06.2019
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Kettering Medical Center
11.2011 - 10.2017
Advanced Neurological Registered Nurse
Miami Valley Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2011
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
03.2004 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shawnee State University
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