Kathleen Seymour

Represents Administration, directs facility operations and supervises] personnel in all departments within a 418-bed facility when leadership/management staff are not present.

• Serves as administrative liaison to all hospital departments and physicians, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Responsible for placing patients from ER, OR, PACU and/or MD offices to appropriate units related to their diagnosis, such as strokes, MI’s, cardiac-related issues, diabetic-related issues, post-ops & end-of-life.
• Handled situations with complaints from either patients, visitors or physicians.
• Consults regarding emergent situations with patients needing a higher level of care, implementing specific actions that led to improved patient outcomes.

• Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design comprehensive patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
• Managed compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring adherence to healthcare policies and procedures.
• Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
• Promoted a collaborative work environment by fostering strong team communication, resulting in more effective patient care delivery.
• Directed nursing staff in delivery of high-quality patient care and operational efficiency.

• Administered patient care during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
• Collaborated with cardiologists to ensure optimal patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.
• Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions pre- and post-procedure.
• Trained new nursing staff on catheterization techniques and lab protocols.
• Participated in ongoing professional development to maintain cutting-edge knowledge of cardiac care practices.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
• Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and hemodynamic parameters during procedures.

• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
• Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
• Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
• Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
• Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.