Kathy Vardoulis, BSN RN PHN
Eugene,Missouri
Summary
Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in Missouri, California, Nevada, Idaho and Arizona. Holds compact license. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.18 years of nursing experience in Cardiology, Surgery, Heart Failure and Heart Transplants, Case Management and Correctional nursing.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Director of Nursing
Centurion Health
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal inmate care and successful rehabilitation outcomes for site housing over 1200 inmates.
- Upheld ethical nursing standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, corrections officers, and other stakeholders within correctional setting.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm among inmates by providing mental health support and crisis intervention services.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of inmate needs, adjusting care plans accordingly for improved health outcomes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards
CARDIOLOGY DISEASE MGT NURSE NAVIGATOR
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Served as disease management nurse navigator for over 400 patients with Coronary Artery Disease, Advanced Heart Failure, Diabetes, COPD, Cardiac Amyloidosis, Cardiomyopathies, Heart Transplants and other associated conditions.
- Managed direct referrals from Las Vegas providers for over 200 patients in under 1 year.
- Completed comprehensive assessments to develop care plan and utilized clinical expertise to evaluate patient needs and alternate services.
- Provided telephonic triage to patients and had reduction in recurring heart failure re-admissions.
- Provide health education and coaching for behavior modification by supporting and empowering patients to effectively manage his/her health.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities for patient safety and satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficiency with computers, navigating multiple systems and web based applications.
- Assisted in arranging all patient services needed, including transfer to out of state programs for continuity of care.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and support services
- Completed timely reports and coordinated with insurance companies for approval and authorization
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nurse navigation and clinical expertise areas
CLINIC STAFF RN
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations for outpatient cardiology clinic with 8 providers, including general Cardiology, Electrophysiology, structural heart and transplant cardiology.
- Carried out cardiac testing procedures.
- Completed patient needs assessments and develop treatment plans.
- Identified and proactively addressed declining conditions.
- Provided telephonic triage services, procedure education and instruction and procedure scheduling.
- Administered oral and IV medication and observed responses.
- Collaborated with families to help patients make positive lifestyle changes.
- Respond quickly to emergencies and initiate life-saving responses.
- Assisted in development and maintenance of clinic policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and fostering culture of continuous improvement within team
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
CENTENNIAL HILLS HOSPITAL
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Lead and directed team of 40 clinical personnel and support staff
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for over 40 staff.
- Coordinated placement of patients.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Participated in nursing research and evidence-based clinical audits and leveraged data to improve research-based methodologies within clinical areas.
- Documented clinical records and reviewed documentation by nursing staff.
- Provided direct patient care as needed.
- Responded to emergency situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Optimized scheduling processes that promoted efficient use of time in order to maximize clinician availability for direct patient contact
PATIENT FLOW COORDINATOR/CHARGE NURSE
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Assisted in re-opening of unused 36 bed medical telemetry unit to address increasing need for beds for 500 plus bed Magnet Certified Hospital.
- Assisted in interviewing and training over 70 staff for various positions.
- Led team of 10 nurses, 5 medical assistants, case manager and secretary in providing care to 36 patients daily.
- Collaborated with physicians and other ancillary staff to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported any changes to medical staff or assisted in transferring to higher level of acuity.
- Educated patients and families on proper medical procedures and treatments.
- Mentored staff. Developed annual skills day for over 150 staff on 2 units.
- Responded to emergency situations in calm and efficient manner.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
PRE-OP AND PACU RN
PENINSULA PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER
02.2006 - 11.2015
- Assessed patients vitals and cardiac rhythms, before and after surgery.
- Provided IV and IM medications and monitored response.
- Collaborated with surgeon and anesthesiologist to quickly assess patient and deliver appropriate treatment options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge or transfer.
- Provided often extensive wound care.
- Provided discharge education to include wound care, drain management, medications and when to return.
- Reduces need for transfer to hospital by 75% with constant monitoring and early interventions.
- Maintained and orders drugs for stock and anesthesia cart.
- Assisted in preparation for JCAHO accreditation.
STAFF RN / RELIEF CHARGE NURSE
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2005 - 03.2015
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Administered oral, IV, and IM injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Precepted and oriented new hires, provided guidance and mentorship when teaching hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles County College of Nursing And Allied Health
Los Angeles, CA12.2004
Skills
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Care Coordination
- Needs Assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Support
- Case Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Documentation and Reporting
- Resource Management
- Problem-Solving
- Patient Management
- Superior Patient Satisfaction
- Remote Work and Telephone Triage
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Centurion Health
03.2024 - Current
CARDIOLOGY DISEASE MGT NURSE NAVIGATOR
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE
05.2022 - 12.2023
CLINIC STAFF RN
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE
05.2020 - 05.2022
CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
CENTENNIAL HILLS HOSPITAL
11.2019 - 05.2020
PATIENT FLOW COORDINATOR/CHARGE NURSE
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
03.2015 - 11.2019
PRE-OP AND PACU RN
PENINSULA PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER
02.2006 - 11.2015
STAFF RN / RELIEF CHARGE NURSE
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2005 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Los Angeles County College of Nursing And Allied Health
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licenses - Arizona, California, Idaho, Missouri, Nevada
- Public Health License - California
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support from American Heart Assoc.
Awards
Daisy Award for Nursing Excellence
Award of Excellence for Leadership
President and Dean's list for GPA 4.0
References
- Rhonda Cooper 573-694-2472
- Roxanne Aranas, RN 702-340-8033
- Ruth Gonsoski, RN 805-304-2914
- Jorilynn Lima, RN 626-244-5575
- Joann Pacelo, RN 818-987-8612
- Corey Lum, D.O. 650-455-7652
References
- Roxanne Aranas, RN 702-340-8033
- Ruth Gonsoski, RN 805-304-2914
- Jorilynn Lima, RN 626-244-5575
- Joann Pacelo, RN 818-987-8612
- Corey Lum, D.O. 650-455-7652
References
- Roxanne Aranas, RN 702-340-8033
- Ruth Gonsoski, RN 805-304-2914
- Jorilynn Lima, RN 626-244-5575
- Joann Pacelo, RN 818-987-8612
- Corey Lum, D.O. 650-455-7652
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