Jennie Blau
OSHKOSH
Summary
Dynamic Director of Nursing with expertise in quality improvement, clinical resources management, and multidisciplinary team collaboration. Proven track record in mentoring staff and streamlining processes to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Nursing
Avina on Division
Fond Du Lac, WI
10.2021 - Current
- Led nursing staff to ensure compliance with state regulations and quality care standards.
- Oversaw patient care plans, coordinating interdisciplinary team efforts for optimal outcomes.
- Streamlined operational procedures, improving workflow efficiency across nursing departments.
- Monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement in patient satisfaction and safety.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team effectiveness.
- 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.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Conducted regular risk assessments within the department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Crossroads of Fond Du Lac
Fond Du Lac, WI
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Streamlined staffing processes, improving nurse allocation and efficiency in patient management.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department, ensuring optimal resource utilization and workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork by encouraging open communication among staff members and facilitating collaboration across departments.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Registered Nurse
SSM Fransican Courts
Oshkosh, WI
11.2016 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and concerns.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as the facility wound care nurse
- Communicated effectively with peers, physicians, nurse practitioners, hospice, pharmacy, and hospitals to ensure continuity of care provided.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Manor Care Health Services
Appleton, WI
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Evaluated patient care programs, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing best practices.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies to enhance patient care quality.
- Coordinated training sessions for new hires, promoting adherence to clinical standards and protocols.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to inform strategic decisions on service enhancements.
- Planned and assigned workload to nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Evaluated work performance of nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Served as the facility wound care nurse
Shift Coordinator
Parkview Health
Oshkosh, WI
09.1997 - 01.2011
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure efficient staffing and resource allocation for a 167 bed facility on the AM shift.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient care and streamlined workflows.
- Mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment and skill development.
- Oversaw admissions, discharges, resident change of condition.
- Completed employee evaluations and disciplinary actions
- Developed a Wound care interdisciplinary team and served as the facility wound care nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI06-1995
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Process improvements
- Staff scheduling
- Clinical resources management
- Long-term care
- Clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Nursing staff supervision
- Issue resolution
- Strategic planning
Certification
Wound Care Certified by the National Alliance of Wound Care .
Certification Number 8060417
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Avina on Division
10.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Crossroads of Fond Du Lac
07.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
SSM Fransican Courts
11.2016 - 06.2021
Assistant Director of Nursing
Manor Care Health Services
01.2011 - 02.2013
Shift Coordinator
Parkview Health
09.1997 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Infection Preventionist
Received Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training and awarded Certification on 1/27/23.