Julie Russell
Shorterville
Summary
Registered Nurse dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Leverages leadership experience to support nursing staff and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations while fostering compassionate communication with patients and families.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Supervisor
Henry Count Health and Rehab
Abbeville
11.2024 - Current
us Driver
Henry County School System Transportation Department
Abbeville
04.2024 - Current
- Operated school buses to transport students safely to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Adhered strictly to local traffic laws and school district policies while driving.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Responded promptly to emergencies or unexpected situations during transportation.
- Maintained accurate records of routes, mileage, and student attendance.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
ADON/Nursing Manager
Palm Garden Nursing and Rehab
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Nurse Manager
- Developed and maintained staffing schedule in accordance with contract terms, budget mandates and accreditation standards for nursing coverage.
- Coordinated on-call schedules, ensuring adequate staffing to meet patient care needs.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Monitor and review electronic medical records for accuracy and timeliness
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies, maintaining high standards of care.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations related to nursing practice.
- Maintain a collaborative and working relationship with physicians, PA, NP, and families
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Discuss medical needs and potential outcomes with clients and families
- Acted as a resource for questions related to professional practice issues within the facility.
- Provided guidance, mentorship, and support to newly hired nurses.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Weekend Supervisor
Sun Terrace Nursing and Rehab
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Supported nursing and other departments to facilitate coordinated care delivery
- Monitored client status through regular check-ins to ensure timely support.
- Monitor and review electronic medical records for accuracy and timeliness
- Monitored client travel arrangements for appointments to ensure timely access to necessary services
- Maintain a collaborative and working relationship with physicians, PA, NP, and families
- Discussed medical needs and potential outcomes with clients and families to promote informed decision-making
Contract RN
CBS Staffing
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered nursing services on contract for hospice and other healthcare entities
- Communicated clearly and effectively with staff, patients, nurses, doctors, and social workers in hospice setting to ensure coordinated care
- Supported patients and families by addressing needs and facilitating access to resources
- Utilize empathy and compassionate communication
- Coordinated PRN scheduling to fill staffing shortages across multiple facilities.
Nurse Manager/Consultant
CBS Staffing
05.2012 - 05.2019
- Nurse Manager/Care Manager through insurance contracting
- Coordinated on-call scheduling for nursing staff, ensuring adequate coverage to meet patient care needs
- Ensured adherence to patient safety standards and practices
- Conducted quality review assessments for patient care
- Provide confidential support to a team of nurses and social workers to support positive quality outcomes of our patients
- Facilitated executive communication between departments to streamline operations and enhance collaboration
- Implemented team-building activities to foster collaboration and promote an innovative culture within the team
PRN staff nurse/supervisor
Signature Health Care Heritage Park
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided direct patient care according to physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Provided patient care in accordance with established protocols and standards.
- Administered medications, monitoring patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to conduct comprehensive patient assessments, enhancing care coordination.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans, empowering them to make informed health decisions.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted in emergency response procedures during critical situations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of nursing supplies and equipment.
- Provided emotional support for family members dealing with difficult diagnoses or end-of-life issues.
Director of Long-Term Care
Story Medical Center
02.1997 - 05.2012
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance service delivery and positively influence patient outcomes.
- Managed departmental budgets, effectively allocating resources to meet operational needs.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate standards.
- Assessed employee performance against established benchmarks or targets.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, policies and procedures.
- Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
- Developed service improvement initiatives that enhanced customer satisfaction.
Education
Bus Driver Certification -
Henry County Schools
Abbeville, AL05-2025
Legal Nurse Consultant -
Indian Creek Community College
IowaBachelor of Science - Health Care Management
Bellevue University
NebraskaAAS - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
IowaSkills
- Long-Term Care Coordination
- Healthcare Contract Negotiation
- Scheduling
- Clinical Staff Training
- Performance Management
- Quality outcomes
- Leadership/Mentoring
- Interdisciplinary/Direct Reports
- Relationship Management
- Client Retention
- Complex Problem Solving
- Policy development
- Effective communication
- Intuitive Active Listening Skills
Certification
- Alabama Registered Nurse
- Unencumbered Multi-State License
- Alabama CDL-A
Activities
- Original founder of the Story County support group: Compassionate Friends
- Emergency response team, worked on Med/Surg unit. Participated in and volunteered in several activities
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Henry Count Health and Rehab
11.2024 - Current
us Driver
Henry County School System Transportation Department
04.2024 - Current
ADON/Nursing Manager
Palm Garden Nursing and Rehab
12.2022 - 07.2023
Weekend Supervisor
Sun Terrace Nursing and Rehab
06.2020 - 12.2022
Contract RN
CBS Staffing
05.2017 - 05.2019
PRN staff nurse/supervisor
Signature Health Care Heritage Park
06.2015 - 06.2017
Nurse Manager/Consultant
CBS Staffing
05.2012 - 05.2019
Director of Long-Term Care
Story Medical Center
02.1997 - 05.2012
Bus Driver Certification -
Henry County Schools
Legal Nurse Consultant -
Indian Creek Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Management
Bellevue University
AAS - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College