Judith Strodthoff
Durham,NC
Summary
Seasoned Clinical Nurse and Nursing Administrator with a proven track record at Ascension Calumet Hospital, excelling in multidisciplinary team collaboration and clinical resources management. Spearheaded process improvements, enhancing patient satisfaction scores by over 20%. Skilled in relationship building and policies compliance, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse - General Medicine Stepdown
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
10.2024 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Director of Nursing Administration
Ascension Calumet Hospital
Chilton, WI
07.2019 - 09.2024
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff in the delivery of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and accreditation standards related to healthcare services.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
Manager of Patient Care Services
Ascension Calumet Hospital
Chilton, WI
11.2012 - 06.2019
- Provided leadership to ensure quality patient care services in accordance with established standards.
- Tracked outcomes and developed strategies to improve patient satisfaction scores.
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage while controlling costs.
Staff RN Medical-Surgical
Ascension Calumet Hospital
Chilton, WI
02.2004 - 11.2012
- Provided direct nursing care to patients of all ages in a variety of settings including medical and surgical, post-anesthesia care, and emergency care.
- Precepted nursing students, led onboarding of new hires, and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care, supporting professional growth and development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in developing Patient-focused plan of care for optimal outcomes.
Staff RN - ICU
HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital
Sheboygan, WI
10.1999 - 02.2005
- Demonstrated expertise in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plan of care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
Staff RN
Willodale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
New Holstein, Wisconsin
02.1999 - 12.1999
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans for each patient's
Staff RN Emergency Department
Davao Doctors Hospital
Davao City, Philippines
09.1995 - 09.1998
- Managed multiple high acuity cases simultaneously while maintaining focus on delivering quality care.
- Responding quickly to life-threatening situations involving emergency medical interventions.
- Conducting triage assessments on incoming emergency room patients; determining the urgency of care needed and prioritizing accordingly.
Education
Master of Science - Healh Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brokenshire College of Nursing
Davao City, Philippines03.1995
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Issue Resolution
- Clinical Resources Management
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Process Improvements
Affiliations
- Board Member - Calumet Area Community Health Foundation
- 2012 St. Elizabeth Hospital Foundation Nursing Scholarship Award for accomplishments in the field on Nursing
Certification
- North Carolina RN license No. 374346
- Wisconsin RN license No. 131576-30
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
Timeline
Clinical Nurse - General Medicine Stepdown
Duke University Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing Administration
Ascension Calumet Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2024
Manager of Patient Care Services
Ascension Calumet Hospital
11.2012 - 06.2019
Staff RN Medical-Surgical
Ascension Calumet Hospital
02.2004 - 11.2012
Staff RN - ICU
HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital
10.1999 - 02.2005
Staff RN
Willodale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
02.1999 - 12.1999
Staff RN Emergency Department
Davao Doctors Hospital
09.1995 - 09.1998
Master of Science - Healh Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brokenshire College of Nursing