Jon Ann Watson
Baytown,TX
Summary
Energetic and loyal with a high sense of personal accountability. Prepared to challenge the status quo and drive innovation through thinking outside the box. Coordinates efforts/resources within and across teams to deliver goals. Communicates openly and confidently to influence and convince others in a way that results in acceptance and agreement. Units evidenced the creation of a high commitment work environment where people are motivated and encouraged through empowerment and development. Acts with integrity and maintains resilience in the face of obstacles. Is authentic, approachable, open and honest. Demonstrates a high level of commitment, with a focus on quality, patient centered care where safety and evidence based practice are essential. Patient-focused Director offering 24 years in nursing/ 17 years in management driving quality improvement and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Ability to manage both fiscal and human resources effectively. Have been responsible for coordinating 330 plus person staff, spanning 6 departments, developed and controlled large operating budgets per each department. Certified in Medical Surgical Nursing and as Nurse Executive Advanced by the ANCC. Familiar with employee motivation and retention strategies, and accreditation requirements. Represents nursing department to senior management and delivers quality nursing management. Talented at proactively addressing problematic situations in stressful settings and resolving disputes fairly. Expertise in leading interdisciplinary teams within fast-paced clinical environments and aligning nursing services with patient needs. Noted success integrating staff education resources and reducing infection rates through CQIs.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
Baytown, TX
07.2011 - Current
- Acute Care- Medical, Surgical, Pediatric, Oncology, PICC and Education Departments.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Evaluated work performance of more than 300 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions, guidance and leadership to over 330 employees across more than 6 departments..
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Nurse Manager
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
Baytown, TX
05.2008 - 05.2011
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols..
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .
- Managed 70 plus employees and nursing activities in community hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards
House Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
Baytown, TX
10.2000 - 05.2007
- Various medical units.
- 2000-LVN on Medical unit while completing ADN program.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.
- Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to various settings, including home care, rehabilitative facility or self-care.
- Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Generated and reviewed incident reports, including employee write-ups, actualizing appropriate corrective action plans to mitigate ongoing and potential situations.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly and effectively, maintaining a harmonious work environment
Admission Nurse
Faith Community Hospice
Baytown, TX
03.2006 - 01.2007
- Coordinated patients' tests and treatments with providers
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details, answered patient care-related questions.
- Assessed new patients' care plans, administered prescribed medications, treatments.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse LTAC facility
Triumph Hospital of Baytown
Baytown, TX
03.2002 - 04.2005
- Supervised staff, trained staff in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment interventions
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations
- Performed patient care, various nursing interventions, such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, specimen collection
Financial Counselor, Patient Representative, Nurse
BayCoast Medical Center
Baytown, TX
07.1994 - 05.2001
- Assisted patients with various aspects of billing and insurance queries in hospital setting while obtaining nursing degree
Financial Counselor and Pre-Admit Counselor
Northwest Texas Hospital Systems
Amarillo, TX
01.1986 - 06.1993
- Identified healthcare resources and programs for patients unable to meet financial obligations.
- Contacted insurance providers to obtain key information regarding patient benefits and to submit documentation for accounts.
Education
Doctoral Program - in Process - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX2025
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston-School of Nursing
Houston, TX12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas HSC School of Nursing
Houston, TX08.2008
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lee College of Baytown
2001
LVN -
Lee College
Baytown, TX10.2000
General Studies - General Studies
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TXSkills
- Profitability strategies
- Accreditation coordination
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Quality Management
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Professional Development
- Capital Budget Management
- Team Building
- Project oversight
- Training and mentoring
- Hiring and recruitment
- Relationship building and retention
Accomplishments
- 2004 selected by physicians as Role Model -Nurses Week Awards
- 2005 Resource Mentor selected by Professional Development Group, Shared Governance Council.
- 2007 Nurse Leadership Award
- 2010 Great Leader Award
- 2010 Inducted into Sigma Theta Tau 2010-Zeta Pi Chapter
- 2011 Selected to participate as intern with TNA Strategic Planning Committee on the future of nursing during Texas legislative sessions Summer 2011
- 2012 Nursing Leadership Award
- Published Journal Article. A culture of nursing excellence: A community hospital’s journey from Pathway to Excellence to Magnet Recognition. http://www.sciedupress.com/journal/index.php/jnep/article/view/11778/7886
- 2017 ANCC Certified Nurse Awards in specialty of Medical Surgical Nursing
- 2019. 2020, 2021 Good Samaritan Excellence in Nursing Award
- 2021 Recognized by Senate Committee as nursing hero
- 2022 Texas Nurses Association 30th Annual Nursing Celebration 1 of only 30 recognized nurses
Affiliations
- Custodian, John C. Landa, Sr. Scholarship Fund
- Member ANA/TNA District 9
- Member Texas Organization of Nurse Exec since 2011
- UTMB Clinical Partners
- GCCISD Health Science Advisory Board
- San Jacinto College Nursing Advisory Board
- Lee College Nursing and Applied Science Advisory Committee
- WGU Adjunct Faculty
- Various councils/committees, both hospital based and community
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
07.2011 - Current
Nurse Manager
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
05.2008 - 05.2011
Admission Nurse
Faith Community Hospice
03.2006 - 01.2007
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse LTAC facility
Triumph Hospital of Baytown
03.2002 - 04.2005
House Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse
Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital
10.2000 - 05.2007
Financial Counselor, Patient Representative, Nurse
BayCoast Medical Center
07.1994 - 05.2001
Financial Counselor and Pre-Admit Counselor
Northwest Texas Hospital Systems
01.1986 - 06.1993
Doctoral Program - in Process - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston-School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas HSC School of Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lee College of Baytown
LVN -
Lee College
General Studies - General Studies
West Texas A&M University
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