Jay Conrad-McEwen
Jamestown,NY
Summary
Compassionate RN Supervisor with expertise in infection control, clinical leadership, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance patient care quality through effective communication and staff training. Results-driven RN Supervisor with expertise in clinical leadership and infection control. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication, compassionate care, and staff training.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Supervisor
Heritage Group
Jamestown, New York
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the healthcare facility.
- Provided training and mentorship to new nurses and support staff on best practices.
- Managed staffing schedules to optimize coverage and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted assessments of patient care plans and nursing procedures, identifying improvements to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control protocols to safeguard patient health and safety standards.
- Resolved conflicts among staff and addressed patient concerns to enhance workplace harmony.
- Provided clinical leadership and direction for nursing staff, ensuring that all tasks were completed in accordance with accepted standards of care.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians or other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments.
- Actively listened to concerns from both patients and staff members regarding issues related to patient care.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to advances in nursing practice.
- Advocated for patient rights during difficult situations such as end-of-life decisions.
- Assisted with onboarding of new nurses by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff on a regular basis.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, ordering additional items as needed.
- Ensured that all documentation met legal requirements before submission.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to collaborate on treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient care was provided throughout the hospital system.
- Evaluated patient records regularly to identify opportunities for improvement in service delivery.
- Served as an active member on committees focused on improving quality initiatives at the facility level.
- Analyzed data collected from various sources such as surveys or incident reports in order to improve operational efficiencies.
- Completed admission and discharge assessments to facilitate smooth patient transitions.
RN EXPERT
UPMC CHATTAQUA
Jamestown, New York
06.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during treatment processes.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Ensured safe patient environment by strictly adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient care plans and coordinate treatment approaches.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
LPN Charge Nurse
Heritage Park Nursing Center
Jamestown, New York
06.2005 - 01.2017
- Managed daily patient care, enhancing staff efficiency through support with routines.
- Coordinated communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Maintained and regularly updated accurate medical records, facilitating effective patient management.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
LPN Charge Nurse
ELIZABETHTON LIFECARE
Elizabethton, Tennessee
05.2003 - 02.2005
- Oversaw daily patient care and supported nursing staff in executing routines to enhance patient experience.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Oriented new nursing staff on best practices and facility procedures to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures.
- Supervised the activities of nursing staff members and provided guidance.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
- Facilitated effective communication with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals to foster collaborative care.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with supervisor to prepare nursing assessment summaries and health care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
DYOUVILLE COLLEGE
Buffalo, NY06-2015
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
JAMESTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Jamestown, NY06-2012
LPN - Nursing
ELIZABETHTON TECH CENTER
Elizabethton, TN09-2004
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Nursing expertise
- Clinical assessment
- Infection control
- Nursing documentation
- Electronic health records
- Patient care assessment
- Quality improvement
- Quality assurance controls
- Healthcare technology
- HIPAA compliance
- Continuing education
- Therapy programs
- Rehabilitation programs
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- Initial trauma life support (ITLS)
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization (PEARS)
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff training
- Employee training
- Staff development
- Employee supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluation
- Process improvement
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Compassionate care
- Cultural history
- Self-reflection
- Ethical practice
- Healthcare legislation
- Hospital operations
- Loss prevention management
- Personnel recruitment
- Active listening
- Interpersonal skills
- Immunizations
- Process improvement
- Personnel recruitment
- Loss prevention management
Languages
Spanish
Professional
French
Professional
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- SANE NURSE ADULT
- CCM
- NIH CERTIFIED
- RN BSN
- BLS
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Heritage Group
12.2023 - Current
RN EXPERT
UPMC CHATTAQUA
06.2019 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Heritage Park Nursing Center
06.2005 - 01.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
ELIZABETHTON LIFECARE
05.2003 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
DYOUVILLE COLLEGE
Associate of General Studies - General Studies
JAMESTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LPN - Nursing
ELIZABETHTON TECH CENTER