Joseph Litton
Huntsville,TN
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Plainview, specializing in clinical quality improvement and policy development. Proven track record in enhancing patient education and mentoring staff, while fostering interdisciplinary communication. Adept at data analysis and conflict resolution, driving initiatives that elevate care standards and promote professional growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director of Nursing
Plainvew
Piegon Forge, TN
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Developed educational materials for use by nurses when providing patient education services.
- Tracked clinical quality data to identify risk and implement quality assurance improvement initiatives.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to new or inexperienced nurses in order to facilitate professional growth and development.
- Investigated reports of potential violations of policy or standards by nursing staff within the region.
- Assisted with the development of policies, procedures and standards to ensure quality care across all clinical settings.
- Managed clinical care through application of nursing processes and delegation of clinical activities.
Director of Nursing
Huntsville Post-Acute and Rehab
Huntsville, TN
04.2016 - 01.2023
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2014
Skills
- Clinical quality improvement
- Policy development
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Performance evaluation
- Patient education
- Employee training
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Executive Director of Nursing
Plainvew
01.2024 - 04.2025
Director of Nursing
Huntsville Post-Acute and Rehab
04.2016 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Roane State Community College
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