Jennifer Dial
Albion,IN
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Hickory Recovery Treatment Center, showcasing a blend of clinical leadership and strong work ethic. Excelled in enhancing patient care through effective management, staff evaluation, and fostering community partnerships. Proven track record in improving operational efficiencies and implementing critical healthcare policies. Skilled in clinical assessment and behavioral health, with a focus on achieving excellence in patient outcomes.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Hickory Recovery Treatment Center
03.2021 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families. Maintained high-quality patient care.
- Managed nursing schedules.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to expand access to healthcare services beyond facility walls.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Unit Manager
Millet's Health Systems
02.2009 - 09.2021
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Maintained staff schedules.
- Aided diagnoses by collecting blood, urine and sputum samples from patients for testing for lab.
Education
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Brown Mackie College
Indianapolis, IN06-2013
Skills
- Nursing management
- Clinical leadership
- Patient education
- Clinical assessment
- Staff evaluation
- Behavioral health
- Shift scheduling
- Long-term care
- Leadership and guidance
- Strong work ethic
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10-20 staff members.
- Perfect attendance.
- Employee of the month.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Indiana Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parkview Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
Assistant Director of Nursing
Hickory Recovery Treatment Center
03.2021 - Current
Unit Manager
Millet's Health Systems
02.2009 - 09.2021
- CPR/AED Certification
- Indiana Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Brown Mackie College
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