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Jennifer Easterly

Houston

Summary

Over 30 years of nursing experience in many aspects of nursing. Consistently achieving set goals, while also taking on multiple leadership roles, to help ensure a high standard of patient care by collaborating with healthcare professionals and promoting success and safety within the medical/healthcare institution. Successfully coordinated and implemented new programs and protocols for hospitals/medical institutions. Successfully ensuring a cohesive work environment, developing learning opportunities for staff, maintaining and improving knowledge in the current challenging medical climate. Developing and implementing policies related to safety and patient care. Experienced House Supervisor demonstrating leadership, patient management, staff coordination and operational efficiency. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. Dedicated Nurse Manager with extensive expertise in managing complete patient care, leading multidisciplinary teams and implementing clinical improvements to enhance patient safety and satisfaction. Proven leadership adaptability, through constant changes in the work and health care environment. Purpose-driven compassionate nurse leader that is accustomed to performing various types of leadership roles, financial skills, problem solving, strategic planning, time management, organizational skills, effective communication skills, teamwork and developing and implementing departmental goals, policies and procedures. An advocate for staff/health education while promoting a pleasant, ethical, safe and healthy work environment. Adept at ensuring smooth daily operations while maintaining high standards. Skilled in conflict resolution, staff training, and resource allocation. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable and effective in leading teams to meet organizational goals.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

House Supervisor

Harris Health LBJ Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2022 - Current

Hospital Supervisor is responsible for overseeing hospital-wide administrative and operational functions. Collaborating closely with hospital leadership and serve as the on-site administrative resource during assigned shift. Supervising nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with hospital protocols. Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for effective operational flow. Monitored patient progress, intervening as needed to optimize outcomes and safety. Evaluating staffing levels and made adjustments to meet fluctuating demands efficiently. Managing conflict resolution among staff, fostering a collaborative working environment focused on patient welfare. Managing nursing staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours and reduced overtime costs.

Nurse Administrator

DKH Medical Associates
Baytown, TX
08.1998 - Current

Directed nursing operations to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational standards. Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient care processes and outcomes. Supervised multidisciplinary teams to optimize workflow efficiency in urgent care settings. Developed training programs for nursing staff, fostering professional development and best practices. Managed budget allocations for nursing departments, ensuring resource availability and cost-effectiveness. Collaborated with executive leadership to define strategic goals and operational priorities for the organization. Analyzed patient feedback data to inform service delivery improvements and enhance patient satisfaction. Spearheaded recruitment efforts for nursing personnel, strengthening team capabilities and staffing levels. Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication, team-building activities, and conflict resolution techniques. Led initiatives to streamline administrative processes, reducing wait times for patients. Oversaw departmental budgets, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic goals. Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance collaborative efforts in improving public health outcomes.

Nurse Manager Debakey Heart and Vascular IMU

Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
08.2022 - 03.2025

Accountable for all operational functions of 2-36 beds units Developed departmental goals and objectives to ensure delivery of high-quality, cost -effective, patient care. Collaborated to align the departments objectives with the overall vision of the Hospital system. Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff. Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team cohesion within the department. Advocated for patient-centered care initiatives, promoting best practices across the nursing staff for improved satisfaction. Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns. Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members. Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality. Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off. Bi-weekly payroll and was responsible for the hiring, disciplining and firing of employees. Managed 109 staff and nursing activities in 1020 bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards. Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.

Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.

Nursing House Supervisor/OA

Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
01.2019 - 03.2025
  • Achieved effective communication with nursing staff at all levels, enhancing professionalism. Resolved conflicts and operational issues through collaboration with administration and physicians. Optimized nursing staff placement and daily staffing decisions, improving overall efficiency. Secured necessary supplies and services through collaboration with support departments, ensuring quality patient care. Strengthened relationships with physicians and nursing management to effectively address clinical and operational challenges. Promoted accountability among staff for adherence to policies and performance standards. Empowered nursing staff by providing education and support for problem resolution. Streamlined nightly hospital operations, effectively managing and resolving issues. Conducted thorough rounds to ensure appropriate staffing and address staff concerns. Enhanced patient transfer processes by managing the transfer center efficiently. Led hospital operations, providing critical support to physicians, nursing staff, and all departments.

Nursing House Supervisor PRN

Memorial Hermann Southwest
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 12.2021
  • Effectively communicate with nursing staff at all levels of the institution in a professional manner. Collaborates with appropriate staff/individuals on all levels, administration, including physicians, in resolving conflicts and problems. Assist Nursing Management and Clinical Staffing in the appropriate placement of nursing staff and manage staffing while finalizing the daily staffing decisions. Collaborate with support departments to ensure supplies, equipment and/or service is available for staff and patient care. Maintain collaborative relationships with Physicians, Nursing Management and Administration to resolve clinical/operational issues. Hold staff accountable for policies, standards, and performance outlined in their job descriptions. Educate and assist the nursing staff with any problems may arise. Manage the nightly operations of the Hospital, manage and resolve any problems that may arise in the Hospital. Make nightly rounds on the entire Hospital to make sure all units are appropriately staffed and identify any needs or concerns of the staff. Operate, manage and facilitate the transfers in and out of the Hospital. Lead the operations of the Hospital in a leadership role and provide support for the physicians, nursing staff and all other departments in the Hospital.

Registered Nurse/Federal Occupational Health PRN

Spectrum Healthcare
Houston, TX
03.2018 - 07.2021
  • Achieved high-quality clinical outcomes by leading the planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinic procedures as a clinical nurse leader and clinic coordinator. Enhanced service delivery by managing front-of-house clinic activities and ensuring compliance with all agreements. Maintained quality assurance standards while executing comprehensive administrative duties for the clinic. Delivered exceptional nursing care to federal agents and employees in an urgent care setting, effectively responding to emergencies and administering first aid. Successfully administered vaccines and conducted thorough pre-employment assessments, including EKGs and health screenings. Collaborated with physicians to optimize patient care and assessed environmental hazards to promote employee wellness. Coordinated and implemented all administrative activities, ensuring accurate data entry into the management information system. Led the successful execution of the annual influenza vaccination program and facilitated staff education initiatives. Conducted detailed chart audits and clinic evaluations to ensure adherence to policies and procedures. Established effective communication with healthcare providers to facilitate timely patient transfers for higher-level care. Traveled to East Coast clinics to enhance operational support in the eastern US district.

House Supervisor/OR Nurse

Altus Baytown Hospital/Baytown Hospital
Baytown, TX
04.2010 - 12.2019
  • Delivered exceptional patient care in the operating room and inpatient unit, contributing to positive patient experiences. Enhanced surgical outcomes through effective communication with peri-operative teams and meticulous documentation practices. Improved patient education on pre-operative and post-operative care, leading to increased patient satisfaction. Maintained high standards of sterile technique and accuracy in instrument counts, ensuring patient safety. Streamlined operating room preparation processes, resulting in efficient turnover between surgeries. Strengthened collaboration with nursing staff and administration to address staffing needs and operational challenges. Managed nightly hospital operations, proactively identifying and resolving issues to support staff and patient care.

Nurse Manager

Gulf Coast Surgery and Sleep Center
Houston, TX
08.2000 - 01.2009

Nursing House Supervisor

Bay Coast Hospital
08.1997 - 08.2001

OR/PACU Nurse PRN

San Jacinto Surgery Center
Baytown, TX
08.1997 - 08.2000

OR/PACU Nurse PRN

St. John’s Hospital
Nassau Bay, TX
08.1997 - 08.2000

Operating Room Nurse PRN

San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
Baytown, TX
08.1997 - 08.2000

ICU Nurse/Nurse Liaison

Life Care Hospital
Shreveport, LA
08.1995 - 08.1997

Registered Nurse/Case Management/Staff RN PRN

Charter Forest Hospital
Shreveport, LA
06.1995 - 08.1997

SICU/OR/ER Nurse

LSUMC Trauma Center Hospital
Shreveport, LA
01.1995 - 08.1997

Education

MBA/MHA -

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
01-2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
01-1995

AD - Nursing

Baptist School of Nursing
Little Rock, AR
01-1994

Skills

  • Clinical training and staff training
  • Maintain HIPPA/Corporate compliance
  • STD/FMLA case management
  • Administer medications and immunizations
  • Coordinate Health and wellness education and activities
  • Talent in obtaining/charting vital signs
  • Maintaining records
  • Critical thinking proficiency
  • Claims analysis and review specialist
  • BAC screen/drug screen collection ability
  • Clinical issues understanding
  • Treatment of medical conditions
  • Medication administration
  • Disease management programs
  • Oxygen machine maintenance
  • Staff training and development
  • Talented in minor/major surgery assistance
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Sound decision-making
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel
  • Government relations knowledge
  • Patient and Family advocate
  • Organization and planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Individual instruction
  • Strong interpersonal skills and active listening ability
  • Reporting skills
  • Implement safe work environment
  • Implement employee education
  • Implement safety protocols
  • Develop curriculum
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Problem resolution ability
  • Program development
  • Infection control standards
  • Self-discipline, Effective communicator
  • Confident public speaker
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Extensive medical terminology knowledge
  • Personal and professional integrity
  • Maintaining quality assurance standards
  • Strong clinical judgment/strong Leader
  • Relationship and team building
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Hands-on clinical instruction
  • Employee health services
  • Individualized medical counseling
  • Injury evaluation
  • Promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
  • Acute and surgical nursing experience
  • Time management skills and ability to multi-task
  • Computer literate in Word and Excel
  • Proactive problem solving/high level of autonomy Critical thinker, positive team member, team leader
  • Effective at managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks
  • Strong Clinical judgment
  • Preceptor training
  • Thorough patient/physical assessments
  • Staffing skills

Accomplishments

Improved patient satisfaction scores

Achieved and maintained consistently high patient satisfaction scores by implementing staff engagement in patient-centered care, which included clear communication, reduced call light response times, active listening, hourly rounding, bedside report and a welcoming environment.

Improved patient safety scores

Achieved and maintained consistently high patient safety scores by implementing a peer review system that increased accountability and care consistency on units.

Decreased Length of Stay

Decreased CV/IMU patients length of stay by 12% through measurable outcomes and multidisciplinary care coordination.

Reduced Hospital-Acquired Infections

Reduced CAUTI and CLABSI by 30% through implementing new evidence-based protocols, education and daily audits.

Employee Engagement

Achieved and maintained a 95% on EES/EOS

Certification

  • CAOHC Occupational Hearing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Cardiac Life Support (PALS)

Timeline

Nurse Manager Debakey Heart and Vascular IMU

Houston Methodist Hospital
08.2022 - 03.2025

House Supervisor

Harris Health LBJ Hospital
01.2022 - Current

Nursing House Supervisor PRN

Memorial Hermann Southwest
03.2020 - 12.2021

Nursing House Supervisor/OA

Houston Methodist
01.2019 - 03.2025

Registered Nurse/Federal Occupational Health PRN

Spectrum Healthcare
03.2018 - 07.2021

House Supervisor/OR Nurse

Altus Baytown Hospital/Baytown Hospital
04.2010 - 12.2019

Nurse Manager

Gulf Coast Surgery and Sleep Center
08.2000 - 01.2009

Nurse Administrator

DKH Medical Associates
08.1998 - Current

Nursing House Supervisor

Bay Coast Hospital
08.1997 - 08.2001

Operating Room Nurse PRN

San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
08.1997 - 08.2000

OR/PACU Nurse PRN

San Jacinto Surgery Center
08.1997 - 08.2000

OR/PACU Nurse PRN

St. John’s Hospital
08.1997 - 08.2000

ICU Nurse/Nurse Liaison

Life Care Hospital
08.1995 - 08.1997

Registered Nurse/Case Management/Staff RN PRN

Charter Forest Hospital
06.1995 - 08.1997

SICU/OR/ER Nurse

LSUMC Trauma Center Hospital
01.1995 - 08.1997

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

AD - Nursing

Baptist School of Nursing

MBA/MHA -

University of Houston - Clear Lake