Kim Richards
Grass Valley
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Nurse Shift Manager with a proven track record at Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital. Excelled in clinical leadership and staff mentoring, significantly improving staff cohesiveness, teamwork and a positive work environment. Skilled in collaboration and adept at fostering a culture of health promotion and professional growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse Medical-Surgical
Dignity Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
Grass Valley, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
Nurse Shift Manager
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
06.2020 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards through meticulous record keeping, and continuous staff training.
- Evaluated nursing staff performance regularly through observation rounds and monthly reviews to identify strengths, areas for improvement, provide constructive feedback aimed at promoting growth in each individual nurse's skill set over time.
- Assisted in the recruitment process for new nursing staff members by interviewing candidates and making informed hiring recommendations based on their qualifications and fit within the team dynamic.
- Increased staff retention by fostering a supportive work environment, recognizing employee achievements, and providing opportunities for professional development.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines in the nursing unit to improve patient outcomes and standardize care delivery processes.
- Assisted with scheduling on a limited basis
- Assisted with the day to day upkeep of timecards until a position was created for that purpose.
- Maintained productivity needs of the hospital while allocating resources to keep the unit running smoothly
- Created a strong managerial relationship with the nurses on med/surg, built on trust and humankindness.
- Performed charge nurse duties until spring 2024
Charge Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 06.2020
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, rounding with physicians, providing breaks, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Completed shift assignment for oncoming shift.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Optimized resource allocation, ensuring all patients received timely and adequate care without overburdening staff.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
02.2010 - 07.2014
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Performed hourly rounds
- Applied the Commonspirit values to every patient interaction
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Provided medication education, to include purpose and side effects, with every med pass.
Licensed Vocational Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
08.2002 - 02.2010
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Provided care for 10 patients as part of a "team".
- Delegated appropriately to the CCP.
- Effective communication to the RN, who was overseeing all 10 patients.
Education
Sierra College
Rocklin, CABachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University of Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
American River College
Sacramento, CA12.2009
Skills
Clinical Leadership
HIPAA Compliance
Health Promotion
Employee Training
Recruitment and retention
Multitasking and Organization
Staff Coaching and Mentoring
Critical Thinking
Staff assignments
Workload Management
Additional Information
WORKGROUPS AND COMMITTEES
Team Lead for Unit Council: facilitated getting SaniWipe hangers in every room, changed the IV site change policy to prn and eliminated two RN checking of subcutaneous insulin (all based on evidence based practice).
Measureventionist: collected data and educated nurses. I was mostly utilized to work on readmissions, green cap usage to prevent CLABSI, and enacting the glycemic policy. I provided at the elbow education to promote the changes needed for better patient outcomes.
I was part of a readmission team and a safety subcomittee.
Currently working on a test of change for fall protocol to improve effectiveness and compliance.
Timeline
Charge Nurse Medical-Surgical
Dignity Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Nurse Shift Manager
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
06.2020 - Current
Charge Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
02.2010 - 07.2014
Licensed Vocational Nurse Medical Surgical Unit
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital
08.2002 - 02.2010
Sierra College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University of Sacramento
Associate of Science - Nursing
American River College