Kelly O'Connell
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse Manager with a solid foundation in healthcare management here at Richmond Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare, excelling in clinical leadership, effective communication, and commitment to leveraging these qualities to contribute to team success. Experienced in multitasking, problem solving, collaboration and ensuring accuracy on completion of tasks. Brings positive attitude and strong desire for continuous learning and growth while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and promoting a culture of safety and excellence among staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
- Oversee nursing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive resident care.
- Train and mentor new nursing staff, promoting adherence to best practices in resident care.
- Contribute to DOH survey efforts by adhering to quality standards, participating in audits, and addressing identified deficiencies in a timely manner.
- Increase patient satisfaction with compassionate and individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs.
- Supervise, direct, and motivate high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Provide and implement in-service education focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Oversee infection control procedures on the unit.
- Evaluate resident histories, complaints, and symptoms.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to organize, implement and carry out treatment plans.
- Offer exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Develop and implement resident care plans to enhance overall health.
- Conduct performance evaluations for nursing personnel, fostering professional development and accountability.
Clinical Director
Premier Surgical Pavillion
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Oversaw clinical operations ensuring compliance with AAAHC and Joint Commission regulations and standards.
- Developed and implemented initiatives to enhance clinical and surgical services.
- Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, driving quality improvement projects.
- Conducted regular training sessions to ensure adherence to best practices in clinical procedures and safety protocols.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff of 34 medical/office professionals, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Cultivated a positive work culture that supported teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, and accountability.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures to improve facility operations.
- Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients with compassion and interpersonal skills.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Conducted facility-wide inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and removing hazards for continued compliance with state regulations.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Allure Plastic Surgery
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure optimal patient care during procedures.
- Assisted in developing and implementing safety protocols.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
- Evaluated post-operative recovery needs and follow up care
- Utilized sterile techniques and implemented infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infection.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Assisted in complex surgeries , ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Led training sessions for new nurses on operating room best practices and equipment usage.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and responded promptly to changes during surgeries.
Registered Nurse Manager
Golden Gate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Canter
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversaw nursing staff operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to maintain compliance with state regulations.
- Developed and implemented 40 resident care plans to enhance overall health outcomes.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing personnel, fostering professional development and accountability.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Increased resident satisfaction with compassionate and individualized care plans tailored to each residents unique needs.
- Successfully managed crisis situations through rapid assessment, decisive action, and coordination of emergency response efforts.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated resident histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Recorded details regarding medical care and treatment to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse Manager
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive resident care services.
- Developed and implemented resident care plans to enhance overall health and behavioral outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction with compassionate and individualized care plans tailored to each residents unique needs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented resident factors such as medical history, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping residents regain or improve coping abilities.
- Oversaw nursing staff operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Administered comprehensive assessments to develop personalized care plans and improve health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated residents on acute and chronic disease management, medication adherence, and preventive health strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance resident safety and quality of care within primary care settings.
- Evaluated resident progress through ongoing monitoring, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to meet individual needs and promote community discharge.
- Provided direct primary care, including medication and treatment administration, maintained EHR documentation, provided resident and family education and assisted in resident discharge planning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Paul's School of Nursing
Staten Island, NY05-2013
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Quality improvement
- Multitasking and organization
- Conflict management
- Medical records management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Director
Premier Surgical Pavillion
10.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse Manager
Golden Gate Rehabilitation and Healthcare Canter
10.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Manager
Richmond Center For Rehabilitation And Healthcare
02.2019 - 10.2019
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Carmel Richmond Nursing Home
02.2018 - 02.2019
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Allure Plastic Surgery
01.2018 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Paul's School of Nursing
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