Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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JoAnn Byrd

Houston,TX

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Manager with extensive experience at Memorial Springs ER, excelling in staff supervision and quality improvement. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective emergency response and critical thinking. Successfully managed departmental budgets while fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Managerr

Memorial Springs ER
02.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Worked at least 144 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.

Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Village Emergency Centers
12.2021 - Current
  • Actively participated in quality improvement committees aimed at optimizing system-wide performance metrics related to emergency services provision or outcomes achievement.
  • Led interdepartmental collaboration to develop a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan, ensuring efficient response during crisis situations.
  • Established clear expectations and accountability measures for staff performance, resulting in improved team dynamics and higher overall productivity.
  • Evaluated new medical equipment or technology for potential integration into department operations, ensuring optimal clinical benefits balanced against cost considerations.
  • Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care for patients in the Emergency Department.
  • Supervised a team of nurses and support staff, fostering an environment of teamwork and continuous improvement.
  • Improved overall efficiency by conducting regular evaluations of clinical workflows and implementing necessary changes as needed.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Worked at least 144 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.

RN, Emergency Department

HCA Tomball
02.2019 - 12.2021
  • Participated in ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge of best practices for emergency nursing care.
  • Reduced wait times and improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing resources and coordinating with ancillary departments.
  • Acted as a patient advocate by effectively communicating their needs to the healthcare team and ensuring appropriate follow-up care was arranged.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
  • Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
  • Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

RN, Emergency Department

CHI St Luke's Health Vintage Hospital
04.2017 - 02.2020
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
  • Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

Nursing

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX
06-2007

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Critical thinking
  • Quality improvement
  • Department management
  • Patient education and advocacy
  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Staff assignments
  • Staff leadership
  • Emergency response
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR

Certification

  • Licensed June 2007 - 3 Years
  • Certified Nurse Manager, Emergency Room,
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS,

Timeline

Nurse Managerr

Memorial Springs ER
02.2024 - Current

Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Village Emergency Centers
12.2021 - Current

RN, Emergency Department

HCA Tomball
02.2019 - 12.2021

RN, Emergency Department

CHI St Luke's Health Vintage Hospital
04.2017 - 02.2020

Nursing

McLennan Community College

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