Kelly J Guion
JACKSONVILLE,FL
Summary
Accomplished nurse leader with a proven track record at multiple tertiary medical facilities, adept in department management and advanced communication. Spearheaded initiatives improving unit performance and patient care quality, leveraging expertise in complex medical conditions and EMR systems. Demonstrated excellence in staff development and multidisciplinary collaboration, enhancing operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager - Cardiac Telemetry
Baptist Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
04.2019 - Current
- Managed two 20-bed units in North East Florida's only dedicated Heart Hospital.
- Managed leadership initiatives for nearly 85 employees comprising registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants.
- Maintained continuous supervision of patient care quality and safety in a 24-hour environment.
- Developed successful unit leaders by promoting a positive work culture with ongoing training programs, collaborative efforts, transparent communication of expectations, and regular staff recognition.
- Oversaw staff hiring processes and initial training programs.
- Facilitated staff compliance with competency standards set by organizational, state nursing board, and accrediting organizations.
- Offered clinical guidance to team members and providers during urgent patient scenarios requiring high-level assessment.
- Concurrent medical record reviews, clinical standards investigation, and outcome follow-up on occurrence reports that impact unit performance and patient care
- Facilitated service recovery and resolution by handling various concerns.
- Streamlined supply usage and assessed staffing matrices to drive cost-efficiency.
- Monitored and promoted key performance indicators and safety metrics to reduce hospital-acquired conditions.
Nurse Manager - Medical Telemetry and Stepdown
Wellington Regional Medical Center
Wellington, FL
03.2013 - 04.2019
- Successfully oversaw a critical care step-down unit with 24 beds and a medical telemetry unit with 31 beds.
- Supported around 110 team members through effective leadership.
- Engaged in continuous evaluation of the care environment alongside quality and safety practices.
- Cultivated a positive work atmosphere by promoting collaboration and clear communication.
- Oversaw the onboarding process and evaluated performance regularly.
- Conducted concurrent medical record reviews.
- Ensured resolution through addressing and managing diverse concerns.
- Led initiatives to reduce costs and eliminate waste, managing position control and unit productivity.
- Decreased patient length of stay and enhanced patient outcomes through effective oversight of unit metrics.
Registered Nurse CVRN-BC - Neuro Progressive Care
Delray Medical Center
Delray Beach, FL
03.2011 - 03.2013
- Rendered specialized treatment to neuro-progressive care patients at a high-level stroke center.
- Managed patient care acuity to deliver high-quality healthcare.
- Managed treatment plans for diverse cases such as stroke, seizure, aneurysm, brain tumors, and traumatic brain injuries.
Registered Nurse CVRN-BC - Cardiac Progressive Care/Transplant
Carolinas Healthcare System
Charlotte, NC
08.2003 - 03.2013
- Company Overview: Specially trained in the delicate care of the heart transplant patient, including those requiring Ventricular Assist Devices
- Delivered exceptional care to patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, and cardiac rhythm disorders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Charlotte, NC05.2009
Diploma - Nursing
Mercy School of Nursing
Charlotte, NC08.2003
Skills
- Department management
- Staff development
- Proficient workload management
- Expertise in complex medical conditions
- Advanced EMR system knowledge
- Utilization review and management
- Quality and performance improvement
- Compliance oversight
- Budget planning
- Multidisciplinary care coordination
- Policy optimization
- Skilled in Office software applications
- Analytical decision-making skills
- Advanced communication proficiency
Certification
- Nurse Executive Board Certification, 01/01/21 - Present
- ACLS and BLS Certification, 01/01/03 - Present
- Cardiac Vascular Nurse Board Certification, 01/01/11 - 12/31/16
Accomplishments
2023-2024: Successful collaborative implementation of systematic interdisciplinary discharge rounds to reduce patient overall length of stay by greater than 0.5 days and increased discharges by 2 pm to over 50%
2023: The Health Management Academy: Nursing Catalyst Labs selection
2022-2023: Chair, Nurse Manager Council
2021-2024: Chair, System Medical Surgical, Progressive Care, and Orthopedic CCG
2019-2024: Distinction of CNO cabinet member
2019-2024: Nurse Manager Academy mentor
2019-2024: Chair, Jax Campus ANM Collaborative
2017-2019: Chair, Clinical Manager and Educator Council
2015-2019: Team Steps LifeWings, Patient Safety & Quality Care lead facilitator
2015-2019: Collaboratively created, implemented, and managed chest pain observation protocol reducing observation length of stay to 19.25 hours.
2014-2019: Chair, Fall Prevention and Patient Safety Council.
2008-2011: Successfully implemented cardiac transplant & VAD competency program to improve patient outcomes & quality care.
Timeline
Nurse Manager - Cardiac Telemetry
Baptist Health Jacksonville
04.2019 - Current
Nurse Manager - Medical Telemetry and Stepdown
Wellington Regional Medical Center
03.2013 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse CVRN-BC - Neuro Progressive Care
Delray Medical Center
03.2011 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse CVRN-BC - Cardiac Progressive Care/Transplant
Carolinas Healthcare System
08.2003 - 03.2013
- Nurse Executive Board Certification, 01/01/21 - Present
- ACLS and BLS Certification, 01/01/03 - Present
- Cardiac Vascular Nurse Board Certification, 01/01/11 - 12/31/16
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Diploma - Nursing
Mercy School of Nursing
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