Jeffrey S. Foster
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated Emergency/Level 1 Trauma RN with 30 years of nursing experience, including 3.5 years in managerial roles. Demonstrates expertise in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response, consistently ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Proven track record in clinical management and staff leadership, collaborating effectively to enhance hiring, training, and performance standards for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - 4400ICU
Barnes Jewish
St Louis, USA
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw direction and engagement of high-quality nursing teams.
- Conducted real-time chart audits for patients to ensure information accuracy and completeness.
- Resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients using clinical judgment.
- Supervised 160 nurses and nursing operations in a 1100-bed hospital, ensuring comprehensive guidance.
SUPERVISOR - CLINICAL NURSING
Mercy South ED
St Louis, USA
06.2020 - 04.2023
- Managed crises requiring immediate medical or behavioral intervention.
- Supervised 152 staff members in a 52-bed Adult/Pediatric unit.
- Directed both professional and support nursing teams to uphold consistent care delivery.
- Pursued avenues for better patient care and staff efficiency.
TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE
Aya Healthcare
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Administered oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients and monitored their responses.
- Updated patient records using facility EMR system.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostics and assessments, contributing key details for treatment planning.
- Managed health needs of three to four patients each shift.
REGISTERED NURSE
Holy Redeemer Health System
Huntingdon Valley, USA
06.2018 - 04.2019
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Temple University Hospital
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Developed critical parts for Sepsis Core Measure PI documentation through collaboration with MD.
- Identifies and evaluates problem areas affecting personnel and clients.
- Assess organizational needs and implement administrative procedures.
- Handled review preparations in accordance with HIPAA and JCAHO guidelines.
- Coordinated ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated work of 160 staff members.
- Identified process improvement opportunities by conducting real-time patient chart audits.
REGISTERED NURSE
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, USA
02.2004 - 02.2016
- Guided caregivers and families in delivering emotional support.
- Oversaw patients' health, recording changes in medical status and drug response.
- Oversaw care delivery from initial admission through final discharge in the ED.
AGENCY NURSE
Various
06.2002 - 02.2004
ICU NURSE
Jackson Memorial Hospital: Univ Of Miami School Of Medicine
Miami, USA
06.2002 - 02.2004
- Managed high-acuity patients in a Level 1 Trauma/Burn ICU setting.
- Specialized recovery in complex cardiovascular and heart-lung surgeries.
- Specialized in performing interventional radiology procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Webster University
St Louis, MO12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ01.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Samaritan Hospital School Of Nursing
Troy, NY01.1992
Skills
- Risk Management Processes and Analysis
- Corrective Action Plans
- Clinical Staff Management
- Culturally sensitive
- Staffing Analysis
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Team Development
- Creative Problem Solving
- Strategic Decision Making
- Compliance Monitoring
- Supervision of Healthcare Personnel
- Clinical observations
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse, B00830023, 05/01/28
- TNCC, 11/28
- TCRN, 01/01/28
- 2019035380, Registered Nurse, Missouri, 04/30/25
Timeline
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - 4400ICU
Barnes Jewish
04.2023 - Current
SUPERVISOR - CLINICAL NURSING
Mercy South ED
06.2020 - 04.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Holy Redeemer Health System
06.2018 - 04.2019
TRAVEL REGISTERED NURSE
Aya Healthcare
04.2018 - 06.2020
ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Temple University Hospital
02.2016 - 03.2018
REGISTERED NURSE
Temple University Hospital
02.2004 - 02.2016
AGENCY NURSE
Various
06.2002 - 02.2004
ICU NURSE
Jackson Memorial Hospital: Univ Of Miami School Of Medicine
06.2002 - 02.2004
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Edison State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Samaritan Hospital School Of Nursing
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