Seasoned nursing professional with solid teaching acumen and passion for developing new nurses with skills to meet changing healthcare demands. Expert clinical knowledge and judgment with skills in communication, planning and workflow management. Highly observant and diligent about identifying and correcting mistakes. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Vincennes University
Vincennes , Indiana
08.2019 - Current
Assisted with the planning and implementation of innovative teaching strategies to deliver nursing curriculum.
Conducted lectures, clinical seminars, and laboratory sessions for undergraduate students in a variety of healthcare settings. Lecture experience includes: Fundamentals of Nursing, Maternal and Newborn and Pediatric Nursing, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing.
Developed course material such as syllabus, lectures, presentations, assignments, quizzes and exams.
Supervised student clinical practicums and provided individualized guidance to support their learning objectives. Clinical areas include: Medical-surgical, Mental Health, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Nursery, Pediatric, Long term Care, and online precepted clinicals.
Evaluated student performance through formative assessment methods such as feedback on assignments and class participation.
Collaborated with faculty colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curricula that emphasize evidence-based practice principles.
Participated in departmental committees related to curriculum development and program evaluation.
Maintained current knowledge of trends in nursing education by attending conferences, workshops, webinars.
Facilitated collaborative relationships between the university and local health care agencies to enhance learning experiences for students.
Supported recruitment efforts by identifying potential candidates for open positions within the college of nursing.
Served as a role model by demonstrating ethical behavior while interacting with students inside and outside the classroom.
Managed administrative tasks related to budgeting, scheduling classes, tracking attendance records.
Assisted in implementation of ATI Learning in across the curriculum.
Advanced experience with ATI Learning products and resources including: Assessment Builder, Learning Systems, Video Case Studies, Pharmacology Made Easy...etc.
Magnet/Performance Improvement Coordinator
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Vincennes , Indiana
05.2018 - 08.2019
Developed and implemented performance improvement plans for a variety of departments.
Conducted data analysis to identify areas of opportunity for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
Facilitated cross-functional teams to design and implement process improvements.
Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of existing processes and procedures in order to recommend changes or improvements.
Provided guidance on organizational policies, procedures, standards, regulations, laws. related to performance improvement efforts.
Recommended solutions based on research findings that would help improve organizational outcomes.
Performed root cause analyses using statistical tools such as Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Maintained records of project activities including status updates and meeting minutes.
Collaborated with stakeholders at all levels of the organization to ensure successful implementation of new procedures or processes.
Assisted in developing performance metrics that could be used to measure success against established goals.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Good Samaritan Hospital
Vincennes , Indiana
05.2011 - 08.2019
Assessed and monitored maternal and fetal health during labor.
Provided emotional support to laboring mothers and their families.
Instructed patients on post-delivery care techniques, such as breastfeeding and newborn care.
Evaluated patient progress in labor using a variety of assessment tools.
Responded quickly to obstetric emergencies including shoulder dystocia, breech presentations, cord prolapse, and placental abruption.
Managed high risk pregnancies with multiple gestation or preterm labor.
Cared for neonates immediately following delivery including resuscitation if necessary.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe delivery of the infant.
Maintained accurate medical records for all patients according to hospital guidelines.
Educated new parents about infant safety practices such as car seat installation and SIDS prevention strategies.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to obstetrical nursing practice standards.