KATIE SNIEGOWSKI
WEST SPRINGFIELD,MA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting with programs such as Epic, Matrix, HCHB, McKesson, Point Click Care, Healogics, etc., medication administration, extensive wound care and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Clinical Practice
Overlook VNA
12.2020 - Current
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing and therapy staff.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training and standards of patient care.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Vaccinated employees to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Managed 35 clinical professionals for VNA by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
Clinical Director of Nursing
AveannaHealthcare
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed in home visits to observe care and interview staff, patients and families.
- Evaluated work performance 25+ nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Participated in weekly management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and patient/caregiver complaints or concerns.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to clinical staff.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Visiting Palliative Nurse Case Manager
Cooley Dickinson VNA
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Coordinated and consulted with 10+member palliative healthcare team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Used McKesson to assess, monitor and document patient progress, symptoms and vital signs, reporting any concerns to assigned doctor.
- Assessed home situations of patients to recommend parameters to best meet identified needs.
- Furnished basic patient care by helping patients with medication management, diagnosis education/management, IVs, GT/PEG, catheters, extensive wound care, chemotherapy, chest tubes, ostomies, etc.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Healogics
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and clinical protocols.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective case management and coordinated discharge planning.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a collaborative team environment among nursing staff.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency and productivity in the clinical setting.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Wingate Healthcare
08.2010 - 09.2015
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA07.2010
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Bay Path University
Longmeadow, MA05.2000
Skills
- Task Delegation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Microsoft Outlook
- Employee Training Program
- Policy and Program Development
- Medical Records Management
- Quality Assurance
- Staff Supervision
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Epic Systems
- Microsoft Office
- Multitasking and Organization
- Infection Control Program Advisory
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Accurate Documentation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Staff Mentoring
- Extensive Wound Care
Certification
- Registered Nurse License - July 2022-July 2024
- CPR ex: July 2023
Timeline
Manager of Clinical Practice
Overlook VNA
12.2020 - Current
Clinical Director of Nursing
AveannaHealthcare
03.2020 - 12.2020
Visiting Palliative Nurse Case Manager
Cooley Dickinson VNA
06.2017 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse Clinical Manager
Healogics
09.2015 - 06.2017
Assistant Director of Nursing
Wingate Healthcare
08.2010 - 09.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Springfield Technical Community College
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Bay Path University
- Registered Nurse License - July 2022-July 2024
- CPR ex: July 2023
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